Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand language of instruction and foreign languages (language skills)
• Communicate easily and adequately, in both selected foreign languages, at a minimum level of B2 in line with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
• Understand and integrate cultural similarities and differences (cultural and intercultural skills)
• Identify cultural differences and talk about them
• Use lexicographical resources and reference materials to lead linguistic mediation activities individually or as part of a team (professional skills)
• Use printed or electronic dictionaries and reference materials appropriately

Language Combination

Unité d’enseignement de la combinaison linguistique

Learning Outcomes of UE

Upon completion of the language courses of the first block, students will have a good command of the foreign language at the A2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. At the end of the 1st term, the level will be A1. Students will be able to:
- understand phrases and expressions related to areas of most immediate priority (e.g. basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, education);
- catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements;
- describe aspects of their environment (family, living conditions, educational background, etc.) with simple phrases and sentences linked with simple connectors;
- describe events, past activities and personal experiences;
- write short imaginary biographies.  
 

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

Class activities centred on :
- understanding of general, particular and detailed information ;
- developing efficient reading strategies ;
- using lexical research methods and structural analysis ;
- production of simple texts about various topics.

Structural and lexical exercises (functional usage of common phrases and expressions).
Writing exercises.
Commented reading of factual and narrative texts.
 

Prior Experience

Not applicable

Type(s) and mode(s) of Q1 UE assessment

• Written examination - Face-to-face

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Intermediate test whose grade will represent 30% of the final grade of the UE.
A detailed description of the examination materials will be made available to students on Moodle. 
 

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q1 UE assessment

Not applicable

Type(s) and mode(s) of Q1 UE resit assessment (BAB1)

• Written examination - Face-to-face

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Intermediate test whose grade will represent 30% of the final grade of the UE.
A detailed description of the examination materials will be made available to students on Moodle. 

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q1 UE resit assessment

Not applicable

Type(s) and mode(s) of Q2 UE assessment

• Written examination - Face-to-face

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

Cumulative test whose grade will represent 70% of the final grade of the UE.
A detailed description of the examination materials will be made available to students on Moodle. 
 

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q2 UE assessment

Not applicable

Type(s) and mode(s) of Q3 UE assessment

• Written examination - Face-to-face

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Single cumulative exam: the marks will account for the final UE marks. A detailed description of the examination materials will be made available to students on Moodle. 

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q3 UE assessment

Not applicable