BSc Biology with French for Science (C1R1)
BSc Biochemistry with French for Science (C7R1)
BSc Biotechnology with French for Science (J7R1)
Course details
- Learn about French scientific culture and history
- All courses are taught in the target language
- These courses are not approriate for native or near-native speakers
Overview
In addition to the Biology, Biochemistry or Biotechnology elements of the programme, the Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication provides the following:
- training in the use and presentation of scientific and technical material in French in written and oral forms. This is presented in a clear and effective manner for a range of purposes and audiences
- further studies in the history, politics, science and technology of French speaking countries
- a research project and taught courses at an approved educational institution in France in the third year of the course
- an introduction to the theory and practice of translation, with a focus on French for science
Savoir s'étonner à propos est le premier pas fait sur la route de la découverte. "
Louis Pasteur
Chimiste et biologiste français (1822-1895)
Course structure
- General Language course ( French Level 3 or French Level 4)
A two-hour weekly language class from the Imperial Horizons Programme taught over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
- Year-in-Europe Class (Level 3 Year-in-Europe or Level 4 Year-in-Europe)
A one-hour weekly specialist language class to prepare you for your stay abroad, traditionally taught on Fridays at lunchtime over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
- French with History and Politics
A one-hour weekly lecture/seminar-style course on contemporary French history and politics taught over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
- General Language course (French Level 4 or French Level 5)
A two-hour weekly language class from the Imperial Horizons Programme taught over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
- Year-in-Europe class (French Level 4 Year-in-Europe or Level 5 & 6 Year-in-Europe)
A one-hour weekly specialist language class to prepare students for their stay abroad, traditionally taught on Fridays at lunchtime over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
- French with History of Science
A one-hour weekly lecture/seminar-style course on the history of contemporary History of Science taught over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
Year Abroad
Year spent in a partner French-speaking partner institution.
During this year of study, you are required to complete an Extended Language Project.
In the Autumn following your return, you will have to complete a Viva on your work .
- General Language course (French Level 5 or French Level 6)
A two-hour weekly language class from the Imperial Horizons Programme that you are required to attend in the Autumn term, with the option to complete the course in the Spring term if you wish to. (Autumn or Autumn & Spring terms)
A two-hour weekly practical translation class focusing on discipline related texts, taught in two separate hours over two terms (Autumn, Spring).