French: intermediate part 2

About this course

This course develops intermediate French through interactive classroom activities focused on everyday communication. Participants practise introducing themselves, describing people, discussing emotions, social plans, travel and holidays, and expressing and justifying opinions. Lessons also address news and current events, with work on understanding spoken and written French. Learning is checked informally through observation, speaking activities, role-play, short exercises and self-reflection. Weekly homework and practice outside class form part of the course, while lesson resources are provided through an online learning platform.

What you'll learn

• Discuss travel and holidays in France, including past and future plans
• Make predictions and speculate about future events using appropriate language
• Give advice in a range of everyday situations
• Discuss social activities and plans for going out
• Express and justify opinions in social contexts

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners at intermediate French level, with around 30 hours of previous intermediate study recommended. It combines interactive classroom work with regular homework and practice outside college. Participants should be prepared to take part in speaking activities, role-play and informal assessment. An online level test is suggested to help identify the appropriate course.

• Around 30 hours of previous intermediate study is recommended
• Weekly homework is an expected part of the course
• Learners take part in speaking activities, role-play and other interactive classroom tasks
• Practice outside college is recommended to support ongoing development

Before you go

• Learners need a pen and paper, a folder for class handouts, and access to a French dictionary on a phone
• Lesson resources are available through an online learning platform
• Homework is set weekly