French Beginners (C) (UC12L87C)

Course overview

Build your confidence speaking French as you learn the basic vocabulary needed to enable you to get out and about and to talk about yourselves and others, in this fun, interactive course.

Where Uckfield College, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3DJ.

When Monday, 6:15pm - 8:15pm from 8th January 2024 until 18th March 2024 for 10 weeks.

No class on 12th February (Half Term)

Cost The full fee is £139.00. The concessionary fee is £70.00.

What you already need to know

The Introduction to French course that ran in the Autumn introduced students to some of the vocabulary and basic language skills. New students who have a few French words or who wish to refresh knowledge gained on holiday or in school are welcome to join.

What you will learn

Topics will include:

• Greeting people and introducing yourself and others including family members
• Ordering food and drink in a cafe or restaurant
• Shopping for groceries in a supermarket or a food shop
• Talking about hobbies and activities
• Describing your free time and daily routine

You will be learning how to use verbs in the present tense

How you will learn it

This is an interactive course that is taught using a range of methods including:

• Practical application
• Tutor-led tuition
• Video and listening exercises
• Participating in role-playing
• Individual and group sharing of resources and knowledge via Padlet

Bring to the first session

• Pen and paper
• French dictionary (optional)

Extra study or practice

None required, but practising your vocabulary between classes will help you during the lessons.

How to enrol

You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on 01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.

Previous students say

"The course has helped me to re-energise my interest in learning French"
"I have enjoyed being back in a classroom and learning with others."
"This will help me when I go to France next year."

Julie was born and raised in the region Lemanique (Lake Geneva, Switzerland), where she studied French, literature and history. She has over 10 years of experience as a tutor and is passionate about languages, history and culture. Alongside the structural elements, likes to incorporate everyday situations, songs, and humour into her lessons to make them as interactive and entertaining as possible.

Additional Course Information

• Concessionary/reduced fees, are available to students in receipt of certain means-tested benefits on some courses.
• Course fees over £139, can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order where applicable.
• Fees and payment options: See the Financial Support page.
• Other course related information: See the Policies & Procedures page, or contact the ACRES office.

Next steps within this subject with ACRES

Beginners French will continue on Monday 15th April. Continue to develop your French language skills as you gain more understanding of what you hear and increase your confidence in how to respond.

Future steps beyond ACRES

Find out about other courses with the National Careers Service for opportunities to extend your skills and knowledge.

Further information

Please visit the ACRES website, see our brochure, or alternatively call a member of the team on 01825 761820 or email adultlearning@acres.org.uk