Short Title:French 2
Full Title:French 2
Module Code:FREN H1029
  
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:6
Field of Study:Foreign languages
Module Delivered in 8 programme(s)
Reviewed By:GLENN MEHTA
Module Author:FIONA BRODERICK
Module Description:This module aims to consolidate the students’ skills and knowledge of French in written, oral and aural forms. The students will also be exposed to aspects of business, culture and society in France and Francophone countries.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 Communicate in French on selected topics.
LO2 Read and demonstrate an understanding of selected articles in French.
LO3 Comprehend a range of audio and video materials in French
LO4 Describe aspects of the culture and society of France and other Francophone countries where French is spoken.
Pre-requisite learning
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
 

Module Content & Assessment

Content (The percentage workload breakdown is inidcative and subject to change) %
Functional language
Further development of reading, writing, oral and aural skills. 		50.00%
Grammar and Pronunciation
Grammatical structures necessary for the correct use of French. Practice of pronunciation. 		30.00%
Aspects of Business, culture and society
Contemporary issues, traditions, food, wine, music. Business environment, companies, products. 		20.00%
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%
Course Work
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Continuous Assessment Learning outcomes will be assessed using in-class tests. Students will also be assessed orally and aurally and/or on in-class presentations in French. 1,2,3,4 50.00 Sem 2 End
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam End-of-Semester Final Examination 1,2,3,4 50.00 End-of-Semester
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

IT Tallaght reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Class Based Instruction 3.00 Every Week 3.00
Independent Learning Reading/Study 3.00 Every Week 3.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 6.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Class Based Instruction 3.00 Every Week 3.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 3.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 

Module Resources

Required Book Resources
  • Penfornis, Jean Luc 2012, Francais.com Niveau Intermédiaire, Cle International Paris
  • Grégoire Maia, Thiévénaz, Odile 2003, Grammaire Progressive du Français Niveau Intermédiaire, Cle International
Recommended Book Resources
  • A & C Black,, Pocket Business French Dictionary [ISBN: 978-0713677355]
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 

Module Delivered in

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TA_BAMNG_D Bachelor of Business in Management 2 Elective
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TA_BMKTG_C Higher Certificate in Business in Marketing 2 Elective