Introduction to French - Term 2 (C) **COURSE FULLY BOOKED** (UC12N59C)
Consolidate and continue for French learning journey in this friendly relaxed course covering the essential basics.
Course overview
This fun and relaxed course will give you a comprehensive introduction to the French language. The primary aim will be to build your confidence in speaking French and you will learn basic vocabulary which will enable you to talk about yourself and your family, address people politely, ask for information and directions when travelling.
Where Uckfield College, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3DJ.
When
Wednesday, 6:30pm - 8:30pm from 12th January 2022 until 30th March 2022 for 10 weeks.
No class 16th February (Half Term) 23rd March
Cost
The full fee is £133.00.
The concessionary fee is £67.00.
Additional Costs
The use of a dictionary is recommended, to support study in the sessions and at home. To avoid unnecessary cost please do not purchase any textbooks until you are certain that your course will run. Course decisions are normally made a week prior to the course start date. Course fees over £133 can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order. Please contact the office for details.
What you already need to know
This is a continuation of term one, which covered basics such as greeting people, introducing yourself, and asking for food and drink at a cafe or shop. New learners with basic knowledge are welcome to join this course. Please enquire.
What you will learn
Topics will include :
- How to pronounce French words and sounds in a sentence
- Etiquette and cultural cues; formal and informal speech
- Talking about yourself and your family
- Asking for information, regarding travel, transport and directions
- How to conjugate verbs in the present tense
By the end of the course, you will have had plenty of opportunity to practise speaking some basic French and hopefully, you will feel empowered to use your new knowledge of the language if/when you travel.
How you will learn it
- Tutor led tuition for grammar points/vocabulary.
- Participating in role-playing on topics
- Practical application of knowledge
- Viewing of video footage
- Looking at relevant websites
- Listening exercises
Bring to the first session
- Pen and paper or a notebook
- A folder or binder to keep hand-outs
- French dictionary (optional)
Extra study or practice
Practise between the sessions is optional but encouraged.
How to enrol
You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on
01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email
adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.
Previous students say
"The role play was excellent, I learnt the most by practising the words."
"Words on the page can look so different from how they're spoken and I thought pronouncing the words would be an impossible task, but it was surprising how quickly I got my tongue around them."
Additional Course Information
- Concessionary/reduced fees, are available to students in receipt of certain means-tested benefits on some courses.
- Course fees over £133, can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order where applicable.
- Fees and payment options: See the Financial Support page.
- Other course related information: See the Policies & Procedures page, or contact the ACRES office.
Specific Covid Considerations:
In the event of restrictions being reintroduced and if the class is remaining in the venue, you will be informed of further safety measures. If the lessons cannot take place because the tutor has to isolate or in the event of government-imposed restrictions or lockdowns, every effort will be made to reschedule the missed classes. If it is not possible to continue the course in the venue it will be continued online. If this is not possible we will refund the outstanding lessons.
To ensure Safe Practice during practical sessions:
- Class numbers are reduced to allow students to space apart.
- Students should work at separate tables or desks.
- Hand sanitiser will be available in all classrooms.
- You are responsible for sanitising your own workspace before and after each lesson, anti-bacterial wipes or spray will be provided by the tutor.
- Wearing a mask is a personal choice. Please respect the choices of your tutor and fellow students.
- Windows and doors left open to allow for room ventilation should not be adjusted by students.
- Sharing of equipment is discouraged, but if it is essential, please use the wipes / spray provided to clean between handling.
- Please make yourself aware of local guidance, particularly in community venues.
You must not attend the class if you show signs or symptoms of Covid-19, are awaiting results of a PCR Covid test, have been in close contact with a Covid-19 patient within 14 days or anyone who has been advised to self isolate for any reason. Please inform the ACRES' office, who will advise the tutor.
All tutors, students and visitors are encouraged to participate in rapid lateral flow testing in the interest of everybody's safety, however, this is not a mandatory requirement. Test kits are readily available locally or from the
gov website.
Next steps within this subject with ACRES
If you would like to continue learning French, look out for the continuation course starting in April 2022.
Future steps beyond ACRES
Find out about other courses with the
National Careers Service for opportunities to extend your skills and knowledge.
