This module is set at B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). (i) To consolidate and expand students Business French acquired in Semester one; (ii) to provide students with an understanding of key aspects of contemporary Francophone societies; (iii) to further develop practical language skills (receptive and active); (iv) to develop students appreciation of French literature; (v) to extend students knowledge of French grammar

This syllabus is set at B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Students are introduced to the detailed study of social, historical, linguistic and literary aspects of France and la Francophonie. Themes presented this semester are (i) decolonisation and the variety of francophone communities (ii) the search for identity in modern literature and (iii) la Francophonie and regional varieties of language. Oral and aural skills in French are further improved through the discussion of a broad selection of contemporary oral and written texts from diverse media. With the use of authentic material (both written and oral) and with a variety of linguistic activities simulating a business environment students are asked to deal competently with tasks encountered in specific situations. The areas of focus include: finance, accounts, and investments. Students also study a literary text related to one of the lecture themes. The study of French grammar -in semester 1- is continued.

On successful completion of this module students should be able to: Discuss a range of key issues and events relating to francophone societies; Engage with, and respond to, written target-language business documents; Demonstrate elementary knowledge and understanding of a literary text; Speak and write in French more fluently and accurately, building on the grammatical competencies acquired in Semester 1.

On successful completion of this module students should be able to: Deliver a prepared presentation in the target language on a current French cultural issue; Structure their own learning independent of the language classroom.

On successful completion of this module students should be able to: Interact orally in the target language in ordinary business situations.

This module consists of one hour conversation class, a two hour tutorial, and one hour in the language laboratory. Students benefit from a wide and appropriate range of teaching and learning approaches, with an emphasis on small group tuition and interactive learning. All four language skills, listening, speaking, reading, and writing, are equally stressed in this module.