French Level 3
WEDNESDAY 17:00 - 19:00 for 10 weeks
Course dates: Wednesday 30 April; 7, 14, 21, 28 May; 4, 11, 18, 25 June plus Monday 16 June
Learning Objectives: Students taking the level 3 course should either have completed level 2, or be familiar with frequently used vocabulary and have a strong beginner’s knowledge of the language. The aim of level 3 is to further develop basic language skills; cultural awareness and grammatical ability, and further develop communication skills in the target language context.
Topics:
1. Numbers / phone numbers / dates
2. Time / Family – description and relationship
3. Family – description and relationship
4. Your job/occupation and daily routine
5. Daily routine
6. Free time (during the week / weekend)
7. Hobbies
8. Planning holidays
9. Going around on holidays
10. Holidays – usual and next one planned
Learning Outcomes: Students will have developed a post-beginner’s vocabulary in the topic areas outlined above which should give them the confidence to hold a conversation in the language. Students will understand frequently used words and phrases. Students will be able to formulate sentences and ask simple questions.
FAQs
Is there a minimum age to register for a Language Centre course?
You must be a minimum of 18 years old to register for an in person course and a minimum of 16 years old to register for any on-line Language Centre course.
What are the course fees?
There are different fees depending on registration type. All course fees are payable on enrolment. --Student fee: £20.00 --Staff fee: £20.00 --General Public: £88.00
Are these courses accredited?
A Queen's Certificate will be awarded to all students who attend regularly. A minimum of 70% attendance is required for certification. In addition any current Queen's student can apply for Degree Plus accreditation. Degree Plus enables students to gain recognition from Queen’s for completing extra-curricular work related learning alongside their degree.
How often do I attend?
Classes, which usually last 2 hours, are held weekly, as far as possible outside normal university teaching hours (e.g. late afternoon, early evening, some are scheduled for Wednesday afternoon) and run for 10 weeks. You will also be expected to complete homework ahead of class.
Is my registration fee transferrable?
Yes, if you feel after your first class that the level of language is too high/low, you can transfer to another class, provided that there is available space.
What's the refund policy?
All refunds before the start of the course must be requested in writing. Refunds are paid as follows:
Please note EVENTBRITE will charge 10% administration fee on all refunds
Before (and including) 15 April – full refund
16 April to 23 April(inclusive) – 50% refund
No refunds available from 24 April (inclusive)
All requests for refunds need to be made in writing to the Language Centre Manager and must be related to reasons beyond your control and supported by written evidence. These refunds will be at the Language Centre Manager’s discretion. All refunds, where agreed, will be subject to an administrative fee of £10.00 for QUB staff and students and £40 for members of the public.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
You can email any queries you have to language@qub.ac.uk
