French

Course summary

The syllabus aims to enable candidates to develop the language skills needed for effective, sophisticated communication in French and to provide them with an opportunity to gain insight into contemporary French-speaking societies around the world. In addition to practicing listening and reading, particular attention will be paid to the promotion of accuracy and wealth of structures in the more active speaking skills. Candidates will be encouraged to learn vocabulary in context by engaging personally and building up a portfolio of authentic articles on current affairs.