Languages at Leicester
French Intermediate Fast Track (Level 3)
You have reached the A2 level in the ELP self-assessment grid (equivalent to a good grade at GSCE) and/or completed the Post-beginners (level 2) Course. Fast track courses enable you to complete the level in just one term, instead of two terms.
Key information
Course starting in January 2025
- Course: Saturdays 10.00am - 2.30pm*
Delivery: On-campus (face-to-face)
Timeline: Starts 25 January - ends 29 March 2025
Lengths: 10 weeks (60 learning hours)
Fees: £270
This course requires a minimum of 8 and it can have up to a maximum of 16 students. The course fee includes all tuition, access to Blackboard, handouts and any tests/exams, but not a textbook.
Term runs from January to March. The full course comprises 60 learning hours. Lessons are four hours long and take place once a week. *There is a half hour lunch break.
Enrol nowEntry level
You have reached level A2 or completed the Post-beginners (level 2) or you have enough knowledge to be on track with the group. You can use the ELP self-assessment grid to judge how competent you are in the language. Alternatively, if you require help to assess your level please contact us or come along to one of our drop-in sessions.
Course content
- Talking about languages and countries
- Arranging to meet and fixing appointments
- Discussing your background and home
- Booking a hotel and enquiring about properties for sale
- Discussing money and the cost of living
- Dealing with banks
- Hiring a car
- Discussing the environment and the weather
- Finding information about the area you are visiting
- Food and restaurants
Resources:
There isn’t a University bookshop however The European Bookshop website holds our book list and offers a 10% discount to all our students.
It is not essential to bring a course book to the first class. The tutor will discuss book requirements in class and advise you of the best places to obtain the book if required. With some languages there is the option for us to order textbooks on behalf of a class.
Our approach
This course is taught in French; English is used when necessary or requested by students in particular situations or grammar explanations. Our programme aims to develop the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing as well as cultural awareness. It provides a good balance between understanding the culture, vocabulary and grammar structures of the French language and enhancing communication and interaction. It supports comprehensive and productive skills in speech and writing through authentic based activities and guided practice in the use of French language. Students will be encouraged to seek opportunities to learn and practise the four skills outside the classroom taking advantage of learning resources provided by tutors and the programme. The group size of Fast Track courses is limited to 16 students and planned to allow intensive interactive practice with individual feedback and advice on progress.
Progression
Upon completing the Intermediate level (3), you can progress onto the Upper-intermediate level (4). New courses will be offered in the next academic year.