French

Degree: Bachelor of Art

Course Details:

Here are some general details about French courses that you find helpful:

  • Online Language Learning Platforms: Several online platforms offer French courses that cater to different proficiency levels. These platforms often provide interactive lessons, practice exercises, and opportunities for speaking with native French speakers. Some popular online language learning platforms include Duolingo, Babbel, Rosetta Stone, and FluentU.

  • Language Institutes: Many language institutes and schools offer French courses for learners of all levels. These institutes typically have structured programs with experienced instructors. Some well-known language institutes include Alliance Française and Berlitz. These institutes often offer both group classes and private lessons.

  • Universities and Colleges: If you are looking for a more comprehensive and in-depth study of French, you can consider enrolling in a university or college program. Many educational institutions offer French courses as part of their language or liberal arts programs. These programs often provide a well-rounded education in French language, literature, culture, and history. It is advisable to check the websites of universities and colleges in your region to find relevant courses and programs.

  • Proficiency Levels: French courses are typically offered for various proficiency levels, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Some courses may also be tailored to specific needs, such as business French or conversational French. Make sure to choose a course that aligns with your current skill level to make the most out of your learning experience.

  • Course Duration and Format: The duration of French courses can vary depending on the type of program. Online courses often have flexible schedules, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Language institutes and universities may offer courses that span several weeks or months. Additionally, courses can be conducted in different formats, such as intensive courses (full-time), evening classes (part-time), or weekend classes.

  • Course Content: French courses typically cover various aspects of the language, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Cultural components may also be included to provide a deeper understanding of French-speaking countries and their customs.

French at Anchor University

Requirements

The following requirements for admission to Anchor university are listed below.

  • • 160 and above in the UTME.
  • • Credit level passes in five subjects including English Language to form the core course with credit in four other relevant art subject in the following subjects Literature, Government or History, Economics at the Senior Secondary School Certificate (WAEC, NECO, IGSCE, NABTEB e.t.c) or its equivalent.
  • • English language is compulsory.
  • • Students are required to complete a minimum of 153 units for Graduation.

Fees

Course Structure:

A Bachelor of Art(B.A.) in French can be earned after three or four years of study at Anchor University.

The majority of staff members who are tutors in their field provide tutorials, classes, and lectures. Many of them are top-tier experts with extensive training in both teaching and research. Educated PhD students and early-career researchers with practical research experience may also conduct some teaching.

  • 1st year

    First Year Courses

    • Core Courses (70%):

    • English Language I
    • Corrective French Grammar I & II
    • Introduction to French Literary Genres: Prose
    • Pratical French I & II
    • Introduction to a second Foreign Language I & II
    • Pratical English Grammar
    • Introduction to French Literary Genres: Poetry and Drama
    • Advanced Composition writing in French

    • The courses listed on this page are illustrative and may change.

    Assessment

    • Continuous Assessment.
    • Projects
    • Examination.
    • Pratical
  • 2nd year

    Second Year Courses

    • Core Courses (70%):

    • Advanced English Composition I & II
    • Translation: Theory and Pratice
    • French Grammatical Structure
    • Creative Writing in French I & II
    • Advanced Pratical French I & II
    • Second Foreign Language Studies I
    • Translation: "Version" and "Theme"
    • Introductionto French Phonetics and Phonology

    • The courses listed on this page are illustrative and may change.

    Assessment

    • Continuous Assessment.
    • Projects.
    • Examination.
    • Pratical
  • 3rd year

    Third Year Courses

    • Core Courses(70%):

    • Translation I & II
    • Advanced Studies in French Phonetic
    • Advanced Studies in French Language Structure
    • Advanced Formal and informal Writing in French I & II
    • Oral Communication Skills in French I & II
    • Comparative Study of Nigerian and French Civilisations and Culture
    • French Literature in the 19th Century:Poetry and Drama
    • Introduction to African Literature in French
    • The Sociolinguistics of French
    • Comparative African Literature in English and French
    • French Literature in the 19th Century: Prose
    • Caribbean French Literature
    • Introduction to Project writing/Research

    • The courses listed on this page are illustrative and may change.

    Assessment

    • Continuous Assessment.
    • Projects.
    • Examination.
    • Pratical
  • 4th year

    Fourth Year Courses

    • Core Courses(50%):

    • Advanced Translation I & II
    • Linguistics Applied to the Teaching of French Language I & II
    • Advanced Creative Writing in French
    • 20th Century French Literature: Drama and Poetry
    • Post-independence Francophone African Literature:Poetry, Prose and Drama
    • 20th Century French Literature: Prose
    • Theories of Literary Criticism
    • Project

    • The courses listed on this page are illustrative and may change.

    Assessment

    • Continuous Assessment.
    • Projects.
    • Examination.
    • Project
The content and format of this course may change in some circumstances.


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