SCQF Points
24
Commitment
160 hours
Online
Self-paced
Assessment
Assignments & Exam
Duration
9 months
No. Units
3

Develop skills in reading, listening, talking, and writing in French, which are essential for learning, for work and for life. Learn to use different media effectively for learning and communication. This course provides understanding of how language works and how to use language to communicate ideas, opinions and information. 

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of entry test.

No previous qualifications required. 

Progression

  • Advanced Higher French
  • Further Studies
  • Empolyment or Training

Learning a language enables you to make connections with different people and their cultures and to play a fuller part as global citizens. The ability to use language effectively lies at the centre of thinking and learning. You will reflect, communicate, and develop ideas through language.  

The course consists of 24 SCQF credit points which includes time for preparation for course assessment. The notional length of time for candidates to complete the course is 160 hours.

Unit 1: Society and Culture  

Section 1: Family and Friends  

Section 2: Lifestyles  

Section 3: Media  

Unit 2: Learning and Culture

Section 1: Education  

Section 2: Languages   

Section 3: Gap Year / Travel  

Unit 3: Employability and Culture    

Section 1: Jobs  

Section 2: Work and CVs  

Section 3: Working Abroad and multicultural societies 

On completion of all three units, you will attempt a Prelim / mock exam paper via remote assessment. This will be marked by your tutor who will highlight any areas of weakness and help you devise a revision plan to improve your performance in the final exam. 

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Applications Open

31st January 2027

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• SCQF Points
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• Commitment
160 hours
• Online
Self-paced
• Assessment
Assignments & Exam
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