This course is designed to extend students' speaking, listening, writing and reading skills in French through the in-depth critical study of current affairs as represented in the French written press, radio, televised news, and online news media. We will cover some of the most topical issues in contemporary France, such as the rise of far right movements, debates on immigration and the growing presence of Islam in France, as well as controversies surrounding definitions of marriage and sexuality in the 21st century. Throughout the study of these key themes, advanced students will consolidate their language skills via written and aural comprehension tests, a research assignment, and an oral debate on an issue of topical relevance. Students who have completed this course will demonstrate advanced levels of linguistic expression in French, in addition to substantial discipline-based research skills.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:- Demonstrate an advanced level of reading comprehension and writing in French
- Demonstrate an advanced level of listening and speaking skills in French, including skills related to spoken debates
- Demonstrate in-depth familiarity with the content, and political and socio-cultural orientation of the main French newspapers, magazines, online news media, televised news and radio
- Display a comprehensive understanding of how media representation contributes to the shaping of public opinion in France
- Conduct extensive research into issues of contemporary relevance in French society
Indicative Assessment
Oral debate in French (20 mins; 30%) [LOs 2, 3, 4, 5]
In-class listening comprehension test in French (45 mins; 20%) [LOs 1, 2, 3, 4]
Written assignment in French (2000-2500; 40%) [LOs 1, 3, 4, 5]
Class participation (preparing readings/audiovisual texts before each class; 10%) [LOs 1, 2, 3, 4]
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Workload
130 hours of total student learning time made up from:
a) 36 hours of contact: 3 contact hours per week.
b) 94 hours of independent student research, reading and writing.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
Written and audio-visual materials will be posted on Wattle as required throughout the semester.Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $3216 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $4590 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8770 | 24 Jul 2017 | 31 Jul 2017 | 31 Aug 2017 | 27 Oct 2017 | In Person | N/A |
