This information is for the 2020/21 session.
Teacher responsible
Miss Florence Niclot PEL.6.01L and Mr Francois Simon PEL.6.01K
Pre-requisites
Students should have successfully completed LSE Level 2 course or have learned equivalent content, see the description of "Communicative content" and "Structural Content" of Level 2 course (LN723 or LN724). Students should: Demonstrate full commitment to regular attendance, completion of homework, and all pieces of continuous assessment. Dedicate at least two hours per week for coursework, in addition to classes .
Admission into the course after completion of the online test and upon tutor’s approval during the Needs Analysis Interview.
This level is suitable for students who learnt French for some time (a few years) a long time ago (secondary school). A good foundation in the target language. Students express themselves with confidence or at least are willing to try. This level can also be taken by GCSE students.
Course content
Course Aim: To bring students to level B1 of CEFR.
SPEAKING AND SPOKEN INTERACTION:
WRITING:
LISTENING:
READING:
Communicative Content:
Structural Content:
Teaching
16 hours of classes in the MT. 22 hours of classes in the LT. 2 hours of classes in the ST.
This is a 40 hour-course. Please refer to the LSE timetable for course teaching arrangements.
Formative coursework
The students will be required to complete weekly language exercises.
Indicative reading
A textbook as recommended by your teacher
Assessment
Continuous assessment (70%) in the MT and LT.
Oral examination (30%) in the LT.
Key facts
Department: Language Centre
Total students 2019/20: Unavailable
Average class size 2019/20: 13
Personal development skills
Important information in response to COVID-19
Please note that during 2020/21 academic year some variation to teaching and learning activities may be required to respond to changes in public health advice and/or to account for the situation of students in attendance on campus and those studying online during the early part of the academic year. For assessment, this may involve changes to mode of delivery and/or the format or weighting of assessments. Changes will only be made if required and students will be notified about any changes to teaching or assessment plans at the earliest opportunity.