Maintain and extend your advanced French through engaging discussion of current news and media from France and neighbouring French-speaking countries. Using news reports, interviews, podcasts, and articles, learners will practise understanding natural spoken French, expand their vocabulary, and build confidence expressing ideas, opinions, and reactions in extended discussion. Suitable for learners who have at least 450-500 prior hours of French learning.

DELIVERY MODE

• Online

TEXTBOOK

• Tutor supplied material

COURSE OUTLINE

Topics vary according to current events and participant interests, ensuring sessions remain relevant and stimulating from sources such as:

• Television news and reports
• Radio and podcasts
• Press articles and opinion pieces
• Interviews and debates
• Participant-selected news items

Throughout the course, learners will also have an opportunity to present to their classmates a subject of their choice.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Understand the main ideas and key details of authentic French news and media on contemporary topics.
2. Express and discuss opinions and reactions in extended spoken French with increased fluency and confidence.
3. Use a broader range of contemporary and topic-specific vocabulary when discussing current affairs.