French 3Laajuus (3 cr)

Objective

The object of the course:
The objective is to reach language skills corresponding to level A2.2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

After completing this course, you can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, studies and leisure. You can understand simple texts on familiar topics.

You can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where French is spoken. You can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. You can write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest.

Course competences:
The course prepares and equips you to act and work in an international and multicultural environment.

The learning objectives of the course:
You can apply basic language skills in routine communication situations. You can understand the main points of clear speech and short texts on topics that are familiar to you. You can write a short text on a familiar topic. You understand the cultural differences between your home country and France.

Starting level: A1.2. Objective: A2.2. (according to CEFR)

Content

In this course, you will learn oral and written communication, especially in everyday situations related to exchange studies and internships.

Communication: You will learn to use the vocabulary related to higher education, discuss practical matters related to studies and leisure, express your opinions, and find information about services on French-speaking websites.

Grammar: You will learn to master various past tenses (especially the passé composé and the imperfect), as well as the French conditional tense. You will also learn to use direct and indirect object pronouns.

Cultural knowledge: You deepen your knowledge about the characteristics of the culture of French-speaking countries.

Qualifications

French level A1.2 - A2.1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (https://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/sites/default/files/cefr-en.pdf). For example, French 1 and French 2 courses successfully completed at JAMK UAS (10 ECTS), or successfully completed French courses 1 – 4 in a Finnish high school as a B3-language (approx. 2 years).

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass:
You demonstrate a basic command of the language in relation to the course contents and objectives. You can apply your language skills in routine speaking situations, although there may be frequent pauses in speech. You understand the main points of clear speech and short texts on familiar topics. You can write a short text on a familiar topic. You may still have some faltering with pronunciation, vocabulary and language structures.

Fail:
The level of competence does not reach the minimum requirements, or the assignments and exams of the course have not been successfully completed.

NB! If you need a numerical grade (1 - 5), it can be obtained on a separate certificate. The need for a numerical assessment must be communicated to the teacher at the beginning of the course. After the first assessed assignment or test, it is no longer possible to change the grading scale from pass-fail to a numerical scale.

Further information

The course is well suited for anyone with some basic knowledge in French (level A1.1-A2.1 of The Common European Reference for Languages) and who would like to continue their French studies.

Also suitable as a revision course for students who have attended B3 French courses 1-6 in a Finnish high school and want to maintain their French skills.