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Shue Yan University Prospectus 2018-19

1) a familiarity with the French language: its sounds, rhythms, intonation, vocabulary,
structure, written form;

2) beginning experiences in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French;
3) basic communication skills and the ability to express simple needs; and
4) an introductory acquaintance with the cultures of the French-speaking countries.

FREN 192 French II
1 Term; 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of the basics of the French communication skills covered in
French I.

FREN 291 French III
1 Term; 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of the basics of the French communication skills covered in
French I and II. Students will continue to develop fluency in the language and will be intro-
duced to more complex grammar and constructions with an emphasis on verbal knowledge of
the language.

FREN 292 French IV
1 Term; 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of the basics of the French communication skills covered in
French III. The unit focuses on mastery of the language required to function in a range of
contexts using correct and appropriate language.

FREN 391 French V
1 Term; 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of the French communication skills covered in French IV.
Training in the four skills of the language will continue with emphasis on expression profi-
ciency. They will also learn how to organize efficiently their speech. The course also aims to
prepare students to sit for the first levels of the Common European Framework of Reference
for Languages.

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES (SERVICE COURSES)

ENG 111-2 English Usage
2 Terms; 6 Credits

This course is designed to improve students' language skills and upgrade their overall
language proficiency in the four basic language areas, i.e. reading, listening, speaking and
writing. It covers a wide range of language activities/tasks in an integrated format, including:
(1) reading and listening comprehension lessons based on authentic material covering stories

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