Type of course

The course is taught in-person in the classroom.

Course description

The B1-B2 French Conversation course is intended for those who have achieved at least the French 6 course or have a comparable level (B1) of French. The course is also designed for students with a B2 level who wish to improve their oral skills. The course will be adapted to students from B1 to B2 according to their level and objective.

From the beginning of this course, you will communicate in French. Speaking skills are practiced using a vocabulary workbook. Additional material will be given by the teacher. The topics covered include: everyday life, society, leisure, politics, and more. The French vocabulary and expressions of the topics are used for discussion purpose. Attention is paid to pronunciation, expanding vocabulary and, if necessary, grammar. The course aims to enable the students to express themselves fluently and adequately in French. 

By the end of this course, you will be able to understand the main points of clear, standard speech on familiar topics usually encountered at university, work, leisure, and in everyday life. You will be able to deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling in an area where French is spoken. You will be able to give short talks on familiar topics of personal or general interest. You will be able to describe experiences, events, goals, and plans, as well as explain your opinions and plans.

The course makes use of the digital learning environment Brightspace. Within this learning environment you will find the homework and additional learning materials. Course participants are expected to prepare the lessons at home (approximately two hours per lesson).

Course material

• Vocabulaire progressif du français - Niveau intermédiaire (A2/B1). Anne Goliot-Lété, Claire Miquel. ISBN: 978-2-09-039857-1
• The answer book is not required. However, for those who wish to purchase it, here is the necessary information: Vocabulaire progressif du français - Niveau intermédiaire (A2/B1) - Corrigés - 3ème édition. Anne Goliot-Lété, Claire Miquel. ISBN : 978-2-09-038016-3

The course material is not included in the registration fee. Course participants are required to purchase course materials themselves. 

Target group and admission requirements

This course is intended for highly educated adults, both students and staff members of Leiden University, as well as interested parties with no affiliation with Leiden University.

The French Conversation B1-B2 course is intended for participants who have completed at least French 6 or have a comparable level (B1). The course is also intended for B2 level students who wish to improve their speaking skills. The course will be adapted to students from B1 to B2 level.

Not sure which language level is right for you? Get in touch to arrange a free intake session. We'll connect you with one of our teachers, who will assess your level and help you choose the course that suits you best.
Please contact us at: talencentrum@hum.leidenuniv.nl

Other information

• The maximum number of participants for an online course is 16 and for a classroom course is 18. 
• The course load is 56 hours. On request a Course load declaration form can be issued. The student should enquire with their department whether course participation can be converted into credits.
• The holiday periods can be found in the Academic Language Centre's academic calendar.
• If classes are cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, they will be added on to the end of the course. Please take into account courses may end later than scheduled.
• The course level is indicated with the help of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.