French Courses

The Department of French at Kensington and Chelsea offers a wide range of courses at all levels ranging from beginners to advanced. As a student at our college you'll be taught by highly qualified and well-trained native speakers experienced in understanding and meeting the needs of students. A comprehensive advice, guidance and information service carried out by language specialists will ensure you join a level suitable to your existing needs and skills. Emphasis is on the spoken word enabling you to gain practical experience of French right from the start. The content and activities on the course will be relevant and interesting, developing your skills in reading, writing and listening and providing the opportunity to learn about the culture and traditions of France. Past KCC students studying French have excelled, we have an impressive record over many years of exam success at all levels.

New French courses for Beginners and Post-beginners starting in September at our North Kensington Centre.

Come along to one of our specialist Language Advice and Guidance Sessions

French Courses starting soon:

Return to French [Post-beginners] ( 11DFR506-01 )
French Club Intermediate ( 11DFR507-03 )
Rapid Introduction to French [Beginners] ( 11DFR504-01 )
French Club [Advanced] ( 11DFR591-03 )
Actualit�s Fran�aises [Advanced] ( 11DFR510-03 )

Courses and Fees

French for Beginners (ABC) ( 11DFR186 )

Level E

Qualification

For beginners who wish to progress at a moderate pace and gain a qualification. A high level of commitment is required. The course covers speaking and listening skills. Grammar is taught in an integrated way. The emphasis is on the communicative method of learning. Formal instruction, pair/group work, listening, reading and comprehension exercises, role plays, games, discussions and tutorials are all part of the course. Use is also made of video, audio tapes and the Interactive Board. Your level of language skill will be assessed by means of a test and an interview prior to enrolment.

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11DFR186-22	Wornington Centre	17 Jan 12	10	Tue 18:30-20:00	TBA
Concs: £36 Full Fees: £89 Non-EU: £158

French Beginners, Gentle Pace (ABC) Entry ( 11DFR177 )

Level E

Qualification

For beginners who wish to progress at a gentle pace and gain a qualification in two terms. A high level of commitment is required. The course covers speaking and listening skills. Grammar is taught in an integrated way. The emphasis is on the communicative method of learning. Formal instruction, pair/group work, listening, reading and comprehension exercises, role plays, games, discussions and tutorials are all part of the course. Use is also made of video, audio tapes and the Interactive Board. Your level of language skill will be assessed by means of a test and an interview prior to enrolment.

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11DFR177-01	Chelsea Centre	11 Jan 12	18	Wed 18:30-21:00	V Choursoulidi
Concs: £49 Full Fees: £207 Non-EU: £473

Return to French [Post-beginners] ( 11DFR506 )

This course is lively and communicative! It is designed to improve your skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Teaching methods include: formal instruction, pair and group work, role-plays, games, discussions and tutorials. Video and audio tapes are also used. If you have completed the French for beginners course which started last September, or any equivalent experience around 40 hours of studying the language then this is the course for you. Upon completion you can join an intermediate course the following year.

Adult Education Discount Available

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11DFR506-01	Chelsea Centre	19 Apr 12	8	Thu 19:00-21:00	V Choursoulidi
AE Concs: £33 AE Full Fees: £102 Non-EU: £168

French Post-Beginners (ABC) ( 11DFR176 )

Level E

Qualification

For you if you have finished successfully our beginners OCR CBLC Beginners French course or have an equivalent prior knowledge of the language, (50 to 70 hours of tuition). This course is practical and focuses mainly on the skills of speaking and listening. The emphasis is on the communicative method of learning. Grammar is taught in an integrated way. This course will prepare you to join GCSE French Higher.

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11DFR176-21	Wornington Centre	17 Jan 12	20	Tue 17:30-20:00	V Choursoulidi
Concs: £49 Full Fees: £224 Non-EU: £525

French GCSE (Foundation) Short Course ( 11DFR117 )

Level 2

Qualification

You must have some previous learning of the language of approximately 30 hours tuition or the equivalent experience of speaking and reading in the language. Your level of language skill will be assessed by means of a test and an interview prior to enrolment. This course covers reading, writing, listening and speaking. Grammar is taught in an integrated way. The emphasis is on the communicative method of learning. Formal instruction, pair/group work, listening, reading and comprehension exercises, role plays, games, discussions and tutorials are all part of the course. Use is also made of visual and audio materials. Past exam papers are used in class activities to help prepare students for the final Edexcel exams, held in May and June. All four language skills are assessed. A minimum of 3 hours home study per week is required.

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11DFR117-02	Chelsea Centre	09 Jan 12	20	Mon 18:30-21:30	A Deidier
Concs: £45 Full Fees: £290 Non-EU: £735
11DFR117-01	Chelsea Centre	12 Jan 12	20	Thu 09:30-13:00	A Deidier
Concs: £45 Full Fees: £290 Non-EU: £735

French Club Intermediate ( 11DFR507 )

Suitable for you if you have some previous knowledge or have studied for 120 hours or equivalent experience in French. This course is designed to help students improve their communicative skills and fluency in French. Grammar is taught in an integrated way. Formal instruction, pair/group work, listening, reading and comprehension exercises, presentations, discussions and tutorials are all part of the course.

Adult Education Discount Available

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11DFR507-02	Chelsea Centre	11 Jan 12	10	Wed 13:00-15:00	V Choursolidi
AE Concs: £39 AE Full Fees: £124 Non-EU: £210
11DFR507-03	Chelsea Centre	18 Apr 12	8	Wed 13:00-15:00	Team
AE Concs: £33 AE Full Fees: £102 Non-EU: £168

Rapid Introduction to French [Beginners] ( 11DFR504 )

This is for complete beginners who want a short but comprehensive introduction to French, enabling them to communicate in everyday situations. This course is practical and covers speaking skills. Teaching methods include formal instruction, pair and group work, role-plays, games, discussions and tutorials. Video and audio tasks are also used.

Adult Education Discount Available

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11DFR504-01	Chelsea Centre	19 Apr 12	8	Thu 10:00-12:00	A Deidier
AE Concs: £33 AE Full Fees: £102 Non-EU: £168

French Club [Advanced] ( 11DFR591 )

This course is suitable for students who have an advanced or nearly advanced knowledge of French. It will be an opportunity to speak French but also to discuss French-language culture (film, literature, history and current affairs) through classroom learning activities.

Adult Education Discount Available

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11DFR591-02	Chelsea Centre	10 Jan 12	10	Tue 16:00-18:00	A Deidier
AE Concs: £39 AE Full Fees: £124 Non-EU: £210
11DFR591-03	Chelsea Centre	17 Apr 12	8	Tue 16:00-18:00	A Deidier
AE Concs: £33 AE Full Fees: £102 Non-EU: £168

Actualit�s Fran�aises [Advanced] ( 11DFR510 )

This course will enable you to use integrated language skills to meaningfully address authentic texts as well as contemporary issues at advanced level. In order to improve your oral skills, there will be a detailed study of French current affairs through the extensive use of French newspapers and television news. The students will participate actively in the choice of the learning material.

Adult Education Discount Available