French

 

French is the official language in 29 countries and is spoken by some 274 million people, of which 76 million are native speakers. The number of French speakers is expected to grow sharply, with population growth in Africa. French is a Romance language (derived from Latin) and shares its origins with Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. It has a long history as an international language of literature and scientific standards, and is a primary or second language of many international organisations including the UN, the EU, NATO and the WTO. Proficiency in French is essential for anyone considering a career in any international organisation. In 2011, French was ranked the third most useful language for business, after English and Mandarin. Speaking French will give you access to business opportunities in countries in Europe, Africa and North America.

French modules for 2023/24 are offered at Beginner, Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced levels.

They can be taken for credit or not-for-credit. Modules with 44 taught classroom hours are worth 15 credits, those with 88 taught classroom hours are worth 30 credits. Check your level and take a diagnostic test if you know some French already.

Most of our modules are year-long. Intensive modules (two sessions @ 2 hours a week) can also be taken over one semester only. All language modules are taught in-person, on the Mile End campus. 

Registration for credit bearing modules for academic year 2023/24 is available on MySIS until 23 April 2023. Registration for non-credit bearing modules will open in August 2023.

French Language and Culture 1a

• Module Code: LAN4111 (credit) / LAN4116 (non-credit)
• Level: Beginner
• Schedule: 22 weeks (25^th September 2023 – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

 French Language and Culture 1a

• Module Code: LAN4011 (credit) / LAN4016 (non-credit)
• Level: Beginner
• Schedule: 11 weeks (25^th September – 15^th December 2023)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

 French Language and Culture 1a

• Module Code: LAN4013 (credit) / LAN4018 (non-credit)
• Level: Beginner
• Schedule: 11 weeks (22^nd January – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

 French Language and Culture 1

• Module Code: LAN4010 (credit) / LAN4015 (non-credit)
• Level: Beginner
• Schedule: 22 weeks (25^th September 2023 – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 88 classroom hours plus 212 hours independent study

 French Language and Culture 1b

• Module Code: LAN4112 (credit) / LAN4117 (non-credit)
• Level: Elementary
• Schedule: 22 weeks (25^th September 2023 – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

 French Language and Culture 1b

• Module Code: LAN4012 (credit) / LAN4017 (non-credit)
• Level: Elementary
• Schedule: 11 weeks (22^nd January – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

French Language and Culture 2a

• Module Code: LAN5111 (credit) / LAN5116 (non-credit)
• Level: Intermediate
• Schedule: 22 weeks (25^th September 2023 – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

 French Language and Culture 2a

• Module Code: LAN5011 (credit) / LAN5016 (non-credit)
• Level: Intermediate
• Schedule: 11 weeks (25^th September – 15^th December 2023)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

 French Language and Culture 2

• Module Code: LAN5010 (credit) / LAN5015 (non-credit)
• Level: Intermediate
• Schedule: 22 weeks (25^th September 2023 – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 88 classroom hours plus 212 hours independent study

French Language and Culture 2b

• Module Code: LAN5112 (credit) / LAN5117 (non-credit)
• Level: Upper Intermediate
• Schedule: 22 weeks (25^th September 2023 – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

 French Language and Culture 2b

• Module Code: LAN5012 (credit) / LAN5017 (non-credit)
• Level: Upper Intermediate
• Schedule: 11 weeks (22^nd January – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

French Language and Culture 3a

• Module Code: LAN6111 (credit) / LAN6116 (non-credit)
• Level: Advanced
• Schedule: 22 weeks (25^th September 2023 – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

French Language and Culture 3a

• Module Code: Module Code: LAN6011 (credit) / LAN6016 (non-credit)
• Level: Advanced
• Schedule: 11 weeks (25^th September – 15^th December 2023)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

French Language and Culture 3

• Module Code: LAN6010 (credit) / LAN6015 (non-credit)
• Level: Advanced
• Schedule: 22 weeks (25^th September 2023 – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 88 classroom hours plus 212 hours independent study

 French Language and Culture 3b

• Module Code: LAN6012 (credit) / LAN6017 (non-credit)
• Level: Advanced Plus
• Schedule: 11 weeks (22^nd January – 12^th April 2024)
• Hours: 44 classroom hours plus 106 hours independent study

Please note that in some cases there may be changes to days/times or venue prior to the start of teaching. Any changes will be updated on this website.