French Iii and Mediation

This course aims to expand knowledge of the main features of the French language from a theoretical and applied perspective. Notably, it will cover practical aspects of lexicology and lexicography, as well as an in-depth study of economic and tourism texts. The course will focus on word formation strategies through the analysis of texts related to economics, tourism, sociology and anthropology, in line with the objectives of the degree programme. To strengthen their communication skills, students will be invited to prepare and give short presentations concerning their opinions on texts studied in class. The main focus will be on the written production of descriptive texts in the field of economics, sociology and tourism.

In addition to a deeper knowledge of grammar and syntax, the course aims to develop listening and reading skills, as well as spoken and written comprehension and production skills. Students will achieve proficiency in French at B2 level under the CEFR. By the end of the course, students will have acquired the linguistic skills required to manage communication in intercultural contexts (with particular reference to oral comprehension and production). Moreover, they will be able to paraphrase and summarise B2 level texts.