Module Details

Module Code: FREN H4402
Module Title: French IV
Title: French IV
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Martin Meagher
Module Author:: Martin Meagher
Domains:  
Module Description: The module aims to develop the students’ written and oral expression in a professional context. This module aims to introduce LSP (language for specific purpose) in the students’ own fields of study. It aims to provide students with vocabulary/expression relevant to their chosen specialist area. The students will be introduced to more advanced grammar structures and written expression.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Analyse a job advertisement and accurately write a letter of application.
LO2 Summarise in his/her own words selected pieces of written/spoken French.
LO3 Demonstrate his/her interview skills through mock job interviews in the language.
LO4 Present and defend orally a specialized topic in their area of study.
LO5 Utilise a more extensive specialized vocabulary relevant to their particular area of study.
LO6 Display an accomplished understanding of French grammatical structures.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
1. General Language Skills:
Studying job advertisements; drafting and presenting a CV in French; writing a letter of application; summarising a variety of articles and texts; composing a short piece of writing on a current issue in France; business case studies and scenarios.
2. Oral and Listening Skills:
Presenting and defending orally a specialised topic; expressing opinion and judgement; talking about current affairs in France; understanding authentic speech; engaging in conversation; presenting a presentation (10 mins); role plays.
3. Grammar/Use of French:
Grammar topics studied should include: pluperfect; advanced expressions of time/logical reasoning; expressions of intent, opposition, restriction and concession.
4. Business and Commercial French:
Business vocabulary (from a range of departments and functions - personnel functions, production issues, marketing, purchasing, finance, insurance); writing up the minutes of a meeting; mock interviews (preparing and answering questions); idioms and expressions relating to business/work in French.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Oral Examination/Interview % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem 2 End Learning Outcomes 2,4,5,6
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
French Oral Presentation/Interview
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Class-based assessments and assignments
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,5,6
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
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.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer Supervised Learning Contact Class-based activities Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Time Non Contact Homework assignments Every Week 4.00 4
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 1.50 1.5
Independent Learning Time Non Contact No Description Every Week 5.50 5.5
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.50
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Jean-Luc Penfornis,. (2003), Affaires.com : Méthode de français des affaires Niveau avancé, Clé International, [ISBN: 978-2-09-033176-9].
  • Claudie Bassi, Anne-Marie Chapsal, Eugene Collilieux (Illustrator). (2005), Diplomatie.com, Clé International, [ISBN: 978-2-09-033184-4].
  • Jean-Luc Penfornis. (2010), Communication progressive du français des affaires, Clé International, [ISBN: 978-2-09-035364-8].
  • Penfornis, J-L.. (2004), Vocabulaire Progressif Du Francais Des Affaires Textbook, Clé International, [ISBN: 978-2-09-033803-4].
  • Soade Cherifi, Bruno Girardeau and Marion Mistichelli. (2009), Travailler en français en entreprise 2 : Niveaux A2/B1 du CECR, Didier.
  • Michele Boulares, Jean-Louis Frerot, Maia Gregoire. (1997), Grammaire Progressive du Francais / Niveau Avance, Clé International, [ISBN: 978-2090338621].
  • (2010), Collins French Dictionary and Grammar, 6th. Collins, [ISBN: 978-0007323159].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • G Capelle, N. Gidon. (1999), Reflets Methode Française: Level 2, Hachette, [ISBN: 978-2011551207].
  • G Capelle, N. Gidon,. (1999), Reflets Methode Francaise: Level 2 Workbook, Hachette, [ISBN: 978-2011551191].
  • Danilo, Blavier-Lincoln, Penfornis,. (2005), Le Francais De La Communication Professionnelle, Clé International, [ISBN: 978-2190335841].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
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