TCE French Level 3

TCE French Level 3

What will I learn?

This course aims to consolidate and extend the students’ skills in oral/aural and written communication French with a balanced emphasis on all skills. It enables students to develop an awareness of another culture and deeper understanding not only of French, but also of their own language.

Through the study of three major themes – the individual, French-speaking communities and the connections between those communities and aspects of the changing world – students develop skills in listening, speaking, writing and reading contemporary French and an understanding of French culture.

Students are required to maintain a portfolio of research and language-based activities to demonstrate the development of their language skills and competencies. 

Students may have the opportunity to go on a cultural experience trip to New Caledonia during a school break. This will depend on the school's policy regarding international travel.

French students who successfully complete French Level 3 in Year 11 should consider undertaking the IB Course in French (Language B) in Year 12. For further details refer to the IB section (Group 2) of this handbook.

Why should I consider this course?

The study of French contributes to the overall education of learners, particularly in the areas of communication, cross-cultural understanding, and general knowledge. It provides access to the culture of France and French-speaking communities. The study promotes understanding of different attitudes and values within the wider Australian community and beyond.

The language to be studied and assessed is the modern standard or official version of French.

What Skills does this course provide?

On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

• use French to communicate with others by listening and responding to spoken French
• use French to communicate with others by communicating in spoken French
• use French to communicate with others by reading and responding to written French
• use French to communicate with others by expressing ideas and information in written French
• interpret contemporary French customs and daily life, and the cultural context in which French is used
• critically reflect on their own culture through the study of French culture
• use French as a language system
• make connections between English and another language
• apply negotiation, planning and organisational skills

What Pathway Options does this course provide?

This course provides a pathway to the study of French at tertiary level, and to various

 vocational education and training (VET) packages that include language components/units of competency.