116-006 French I: Language in Context I

Availability

Credit Points

HECS Band

Coordinator

Prerequisites

VCE French or equivalent.

Corequisites

Students must be concurrently enrolled in 116-005 French I: Contemporary France.

Semester

Contact

Subject Description

This subject provides an introduction to key aspects of French civilisation which have shaped contemporary French society and culture and aims to develop students' language skills in a cultural context. This involves civilisation lectures and tutorials which explore topics in detail, as both are conducted entirely in French. The lectures are designed to develop students' knowledge of contemporary French civilisation, and to enhance their comprehension of authentic spoken French at an advanced level. Through short presentations in class and participation in discussion, students should continue to develop their oral fluency and to extend their vocabulary. The subject is particularly helpful for students wishing to pursue exchange and study programs offered by the Department.

Assessment

Class exercises totalling 1000 words, and a 1-hour civilisation test. Students must attend 75% of classes in order to be eligible to pass the subject.

Prescribed Texts

Civilisation texts are included in the Livret de l'étudiant I.