This Diploma in French Level 1 course is designed for absolute beginners who want to develop a basic understanding of French. The course focuses on essential vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and communication skills. Through interactive exercises, practical dialogues, and cultural insights, learners will build a strong foundation in reading, writing, listening, and speaking French.
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
✅ Understand and use basic everyday expressions
✅ Introduce themselves and engage in simple conversations
✅ Read and write basic French sentences
✅ Develop confidence in French pronunciation
✅ Gain insight into French culture and etiquette
Diploma in French – Level 1
Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to French Language & Culture
- Overview of the French language and its global significance
- Introduction to French pronunciation & phonetics
- The French alphabet and basic letter sounds
- Greetings & polite expressions (Bonjour, Merci, etc.)
- Cultural insights: French-speaking countries & traditions
Module 2: Basic French Vocabulary & Sentence Structure
- Common nouns, verbs, and adjectives
- Numbers (1-100) and their usage
- Days of the week, months, seasons
- Forming simple sentences (Subject + Verb + Object)
- Essential question words (Qui, Quoi, Où, Quand, Pourquoi, Comment)
Module 3: Introducing Yourself & Others
- How to say your name, age, nationality
- Talking about family and friends
- Formal vs. Informal conversations
- Expressing likes and dislikes
- Role-playing simple self-introductions
Module 4: Everyday Conversations & Basic Grammar
- Asking and answering simple questions
- Using common verbs (être, avoir, aller, faire, parler, aimer)
- Basic negation (ne… pas, ne… jamais, ne… rien)
- Forming plural and singular sentences
- Practical dialogues: Ordering food, buying tickets, asking for help
Module 5: French Pronunciation & Listening Skills
- Pronouncing nasal sounds & silent letters
- Understanding French accents & intonation
- Listening practice: Simple spoken dialogues & audio exercises
- Differentiating similar-sounding words
- Developing confidence in spoken French
Module 6: Describing People, Places & Objects
- Talking about physical appearance & personality
- Describing locations and places
- Using adjectives correctly (agreement & position in a sentence)
- Expressing ownership: Possessive adjectives (mon, ton, son, notre, votre)
- Role-playing descriptive conversations
Module 7: Everyday Activities & Routine
- Talking about daily habits & activities
- Telling time and dates in French
- Discussing weather and seasons
- Making plans and appointments
- Using the present tense (le présent) correctly
Module 8: Basic Reading & Writing in French
- Reading short texts & dialogues
- Writing simple emails, notes, and messages
- Understanding basic French signs & directions
- Comprehension exercises: Short stories & conversations
- Final assessment: Written and oral test