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French: Level 2

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This is a continuing course, with emphasis on the study of topics of interest to young people. Some topics deal with universal problems such as issues relating to health and family, while others relate specifically to France and French-speaking countries.

Depending on student interest, topics could include:

  • ‘La Vie Culturelle’ including French gastronomy, sport, music and film
  • Health including smoking, alcohol and healthy eating
  • Young People including fashion, peer pressure and relationships
  • Family including comparison between France / NZ, past and present
  • The Future.

Some modern literary texts will be studied, including poetry and song as well as a film study. Students are encouraged to undertake a reading programme suited to their tastes and ability. In Year 12 we read 'authentic' French i.e.French written for young, French people and not composed especially for second language learners.

New vocabulary and grammatical structures are introduced and students build on prior knowledge to read and write in a wider range of language, both formal and informal. Emphasis is placed on students developing the ability to structure texts in a range of styles and participate in spontaneous conversation, as their knowledge and ability to debate topics effectively increases.

Students are also given the opportunity to sit the DELF Scolaire exams and to compete in the Alliance Française Concours Oral. Students may also participate in the Exchange with the Lycée International in Valbonne, near Nice. French students visit Columba College in June-July and our students spend the Christmas holidays in France.

Prerequisite

Level 1 French and recommended Merit pass in Level 1 External examinations, or with approval from the HoD of Languages.