12IFA

IB French ab initio

Course Description

Standard Level Only

The main focus of this two-year course is the acquisition of language required in everyday social interaction. The students develop a variety of linguistic skills and a basic awareness of the cultures of the countries where French is spoken. Students learn how to use French in a variety of practical situations (e.g. school, home, travel, work, leisure, shopping).



Instructions

Once you have selected a course from this group, please select three more International Baccalaureate courses.

International Baccalaureate courses

Pre-requisites

This course is for students who have little or no previous experience in learning French.

If you have completed Year 10 and/ or Year 11 in French you will need to choose ab initio of a different language or choose to take Language B.

Each student will be considered on a case by case basis to ascertain the language course with the best level of challenge for them by the Head of Languages and the IB Coordinator.

Course Specific Costs

$35 - workbook
$15 - cultural activities

Pathway

Students can study French at university as a major, or as part of an interdisciplinary programme such as 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.

Assessment Information

Internal: 25% – Individual oral
External: 75% – Written examination (reading comprehension, listening comprehension and writing).

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.