French 3 upper: improve your pronunciation
An upper-intermediate French course focusing on pronunciation, intonation and rhythm through spoken interaction and pronunciation practice.
What Upper Intermediate (B2) French means
At B2 French, learners can communicate fluently on concrete and abstract topics, develop arguments and respond in detail.
Support a viewpoint
Même si cette mesure avait un coût initial, elle profiterait à toute la collectivité à long terme.
Although the measure would have an initial cost, it would benefit the whole community in the long term.
Discuss an abstract issue
La technologie facilite la communication, mais elle soulève aussi des questions de confidentialité.
Technology makes communication easier, but it also raises questions about privacy.
Negotiate a solution
Si nous repoussons l’échéance d’une semaine, nous pourrons respecter le budget sans réduire la qualité.
If we extend the deadline by a week, we can keep the budget without reducing quality.
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
The course examines specific French sounds through pronunciation drills, helping learners distinguish and reproduce challenging sounds. It also explores rhythm and intonation, including how statements, questions and exclamations differ and how emotion can be expressed in speech. Teaching centres on spoken communication, with pair and group activities, role plays, games, presentations, hand-outs and audio-visual resources.
What you'll learn
- Identify and reproduce different and difficult sounds in French
- Use rhythm and intonation appropriately for statements, questions, exclamations and emotional expression
Is this course right for you?
This course is intended for upper-intermediate French learners, with the provider suggesting around three years of study or equivalent. Participation involves spoken interaction, pair and group work, role plays and games.
- Suitable for learners with approximately three years of French study or equivalent
- Includes regular spoken interaction with other learners
Before you go
- Course materials are provided by the tutor.
- Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
- Teaching and learning resources are accessed through Google Classroom.
Class teacher
Pierre Porcheron
Class teacher
Where this course runs
Upcoming classes
1 class
Selected date
Sat 27 Feb 2027
10:30 – 14:30 • 2 weeks
£99
Keeley Street, Covent Garden
