Last modified: 31 May 2022 13:05
This course offers students with intermediate or good knowledge French language an introduction to twentieth and twenty-first century French culture and society through the study of films, short prose texts and poetry. The course is organised around the broad themes of childhood and adolescence, gender, sexuality and love and marginalisation in contemporary France.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 1 |
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| Term | First Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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This course is intended for students wishing to proceed with French studies beyond Level 1 but is open to all students with a reading knowledge of French. You will learn about a number of the themes and styles of modern French literature and culture and will be able to relate texts to their socio-historical context. The course is designed to suit students who have some experience of studying French literature, culture and film and those with no prior knowledge. Teaching will take place in lectures and tutorials where you will be able to develop your analytical skills and exchange your ideas in a small group.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
Alternative Assessment
(20%) Summative written assignment, 500 words
(60%) Essay, 1,500-words
(20%) Recorded Presentation, 5 minutes
Alternative Resit Assessment
Take-home written assessment: 2 x 1,000 words
There are no assessments for this course.
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Factual | Remember | ILO’s for this course are available in the course guide. |
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