University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: 11.00 am, 12.00 noon, 2.00 pm or 3.00 pm Mon

The module aims to give a fundamental training at Honours level in written and aural comprehension skills, objective résumé writing, oral and written fluency, and in translation from French to English. It is intended as the basic practical language unit for all categories of student.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass FR2022 or pass FR2032 or pass FR2202

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 hours and 1 surgery hour.

Scheduled learning hours: 20

Guided independent study hours: 130

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 60%, Coursework = 40%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 60%
Practical examinations : 20%
Coursework: 20%

Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Examination = 100%