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The attendance of practical classes is compulsory at all levels.

French 1A and 1B are semester modules for students with no prior knowledge of French or students who passed the matriculation examination with a D symbol (59% or less) or the Senior Certificate with 4 for French.

French 1A

FRS1AA1

NQF level: 6

NQF credits: 16

Content:

Fundamental speaking, listening, reading and writing skills for everyday situations. The

study of simple texts and introduction to French culture and lifestyle.

The language competencies of this module are aligned with the requirements of level

A1 as set out by the “Common European framework of reference for languages”

Purpose:

Introduction to the French language and culture via the teaching of the four basic language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Outcomes:

Upon completion of this module learners should be able to:

• 
  Communicate effectively in basic French, drawing on a knowledge of basic vocabulary,
  

grammatical structures and conventions.

• 
  Understand the meaning of simple French texts.
  

Calculation criteria:

Minimum Full Period Mark for Examination Admission – 40%

Full Period Mark Weight – 50%

Examination Mark Weight – 50%

French 1B

FRS1BB1

NQF level: 6

NQF credits: 16

(Prerequisite: French 1A.)

Content:

Further study of basic French language skills, with the focus on more complex structures,

the study of authentic texts and the study of French culture and lifestyle.

The language competencies of this module are aligned with the requirements of level

A2 as set out by the “Common European framework of reference for languages”.

Purpose:

Further introduction to the French language and culture via the teaching of the four basic language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Outcomes:

Upon completion of this module learners should be able to:

• 
  Communicate effectively in basic French, drawing on a knowledge of basic vocabulary,
  

grammatical structures and conventions.

• 
  Understand the meaning of simple French texts.
  

Calculation criteria:

Minimum Full Period Mark for Examination Admission – 40%

Full Period Mark Weight – 50%

Examination Mark Weight – 50%

French 2A

FRS2AA2

NQF level: 7

NQF credits: 16

(Prerequisite French1D or French 1B. Students with a Matric or equivalent qualification in French-60% or above- may apply for advanced placement into French 2A and may also apply for the awarding of 32 French 1 credits according to RPL procedures).

Content:

The acquisition of intermediate French language skills (reading, writing , listening and speaking) as well as the study of written texts and/or films representative of contemporary French and Francophone literatures and cultures. The language competencies of this module are aligned with the requirements of level B1.1 as set out by the “Common European framework of reference for languages”.

Purpose:

Study of the French language, literature and civilization on an intermediate level

Outcomes:

Upon completion of this module learners should be able to:

• 
  Demonstrate the degree of mastery of the French language required at an
  

intermediate level in a variety of situations and contexts (e.g. expressing in writing or orally his/her understanding of French texts, films or conversations, formulating his/her own opinions coherently in French).

Calculation criteria:

Minimum Full Period Mark for Examination Admission – 40%

Full Period Mark Weight – 50%

Examination Mark Weight – 50%

(Prerequisite: French 1D or French 1B. Students with a Matric or equivalent qualification in French-60% or above- may apply for advanced placement into French 2A and may also apply for the awarding of 32 French 1 credits according to RPL procedures).

French 2B

FRS2BB2

NQF level: 7

NQF credits: 16

(Prerequisite: French 2A.)

Content:

The acquisition of intermediate French language skills (reading, writing , listening and speaking) as well as the study of written texts and/or films representative of contemporary French and Francophone literatures and cultures.

The language competencies of this module are aligned with the requirements of level B1.2 as set out by the “Common European framework of reference for languages”.

Purpose:

Further study of the French language, literature and civilization on an intermediate level.

Outcomes:

Upon completion of this module learners should be able to:

• 
  Demonstrate the degree of mastery of the French language required at an
  

intermediate level in a variety of situations and contexts (e.g. expressing in writing or orally his/her understanding of French texts, films or conversations, formulating his/her own opinions coherently in French).

Calculation criteria:

Minimum Full Period Mark for Examination Admission – 40%

Full Period Mark Weight – 50%

Examination Mark Weight – 50%

French 3A

FRS3AA3

NQF level: 7

NQF credits: 22

(Prerequisite: French 2B.)

Content:

The acquisition of advanced French language skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking). The in depth study of selected canonical works chosen from 17 – 21^th century French prose, poetry, theatre and film, which may include African texts and/or films in French. Attention will be given to the socio-political, historical and literary background of the works chosen.

The language competencies of this module are aligned with the requirements of level B2.1 as set out by the “Common European framework of reference for languages”.

Purpose:

Study of the French language, literature and civilization on an advanced level.

Outcomes:

Upon completion of this module learners should be able to:

• 
  Give proof of advanced competence required for this level in the 4 basic language skills
  

(reading, writing, listening and speaking).

• 
  Give proof of translation skills adequate for this level.
  
• 
  Give in depth analyses of prescribed texts / films displaying understanding of the
  

relevant socio-political, historical and literary background of the works chosen.

Calculation criteria:

Minimum Full Period Mark for Examination Admission – 40%

Full Period Mark Weight – 50%

Examination Mark Weight – 50%

French 3B

FRS3BB3

NQF level: 7

NQF credits: 22

(Prerequisite: French 3A)

Content:

The acquisition of advanced French language skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking). The in depth study of selected canonical works chosen from 17 – 21^th century prose, poetry, theatre and film, which may include African texts and/or films in French. Attention will be given to the socio-political, historical and literary background of the works chosen.

The language competencies of this module are aligned with the requirements of level B2.2 as set out by the “Common European framework of reference for languages”.

Purpose:

Further study of the French language, literature and civilization on an advanced level.

Outcomes:

Upon completion of this module learners should be able to:

• 
  Give proof of advanced competence required for this level in the 4 basic language skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking).
  
• 
  Give proof of translation skills adequate for this level.
  
• 
  Give in depth analyses of prescribed texts / films, displaying understanding of the relevant socio-political, historical and literary background of the works chosen.
  

Calculation criteria:

Minimum Full Period Mark for Examination Admission – 40%

Full Period Mark Weight – 50%

Examination Mark Weight – 50%