Level 3 - French
Course Description
This course offers students an opportunity to extend their knowledge and interest in French language and culture. The emphasis will be placed on using the language to communicate at a deeper level on the topics studied. Students’ competence in the four language skills will be developed and they will acquire a rich and interesting vocabulary in a number of topic areas.
NCEA Level 3 French is based on Level 8 of the New Zealand curriculum. The language studied will be drawn from a number of topics including:
- Global environmental issues
- Human rights
- Technological innovation
- French literature and culture
- Cinema
- Immigration and racism
- Family and society
- Political situation in France
Listening and reading comprehension, and writing and speaking skills will be further developed. The student's ability to present arguments, discuss problems and to express themselves imaginatively will be fostered. Greater emphasis is placed on independent reading in French.
Pre-requisites
Students should have completed the Level 2 course, and gained Achieved or better in each of the four skills areas.
Course Specific Costs
$25 - cultural activities
$35 - grammar reference and workbook
Pathway
Students can study French at university as a major, or as part of an interdisciplinary programme such as law with French, European studies or international management. There are career opportunities for those with international language skills in: radio and television, travel and tourism, international sports, journalism, law, teaching, diplomatic services, trade and industry, translation and interpreting services.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
French 3.1 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of extended spoken French texts
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French 3.2 - Give a clear spoken presentation in French that communicates a critical response to stimulus material
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French 3.3 - Interact clearly using spoken French to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives in different situations
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French 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of extended written and/or visual French texts
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French 3.5 - Write a variety of text types in clear French to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 24
Disclaimer
Specific course content may change from what has been advertised in order to remain current and meet students' needs.
The school has the right to make the best decision based on both staffing, and overall student interest, when preparing the final timetable.