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 this programme component, students will have a good command of the foreign language at the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Students will be able to :
- read and understand short and simple texts about common and concrete topics ;
- identify standard letters on familiar topics and understand short and simple personal letters ;
- find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements and prospectuses ;
- identify relevant information in simple written samples (letters, short newspaper articles describing facts);  
- 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 ;
- understand and extract the essential information from short, recorded passages dealing with predictable everyday matters which are delivered slowly and clearly;
- write about everyday aspects of their environment (family, living conditions, educational background, etc.) with simple phrases and sentences linked with simple connectors ;
- write short descriptions of events, past activities and personal experiences;
- write short imaginary biographies;
- describe in simple terms aspects of their background and immediate environment;
- tell a simple story of give a short description;
- describe plans, everyday activities, past actions and personal experiences;
- give a short, rehearsed presentation on a topic pertinent to their everyday life and cope with straightforward follow up questions.

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;
- description, narration and expression of personal opinions in familiar and predictable situations using a simple and functional, reasonably correct language.

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

Prior Experience

Not applicable

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

• Written examination - Face-to-face
• Production (written work, report, essay, collection, product, etc.) - To be submitted in class
• Graded assignment(s) - Face-to-face
• Practical exam - Face-to-face

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Q1: Partial examination: the marks will account for 30% of the final UE marks. A detailed description of the examination materials will be made available to students on Moodle.
Q2: Cumulative exam: the marks will account for 70% of 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 Q1 UE assessment

Partial examination: the marks will account for 30% of the final UE marks.

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

• Written examination - Face-to-face
• Production (written work, report, essay, collection, product, etc.) - To be submitted in class
• Graded assignment(s) - Face-to-face
• Practical exam - Face-to-face

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Partial examination: the marks will account for 30% of 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 Q1 UE resit assessment

Partial examination: the marks will account for 30% of the final UE marks.

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

• Written examination - Face-to-face
• Production (written work, report, essay, collection, product, etc.) - To be submitted in class
• Graded assignment(s) - Face-to-face
• Practical exam - Face-to-face

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

Cumulative exam: the marks will account for 70% of 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 Q2 UE assessment

Cumulative exam: the marks will account for 70% of the final UE marks.

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

• Written examination - Face-to-face
• Production (written work, report, essay, collection, product, etc.) - To be submitted in class
• Graded assignment(s) - Face-to-face
• Practical exam - 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

Single cumulative exam: the marks will account for the final UE marks.