ATS1062 French introductory 2
Faculty of Arts
ATS1062 French introductory 2 is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Arts, offered in 2026 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs ATS1061 and unlocks 1 unit, leading on to 5 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 5 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ATS1062
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After ATS1062
1 unit list ATS1062 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: Or equivalent units
Prohibition: AZA1062
Students are not permitted to take classes that are below their language proficiency level.
Overview
This unit develops basic language skills (speaking/listening and reading/writing) beyond the level acquired in ATS1061 and provides an introduction to modern French society. It is designed for those with limited knowledge of French. You will be encouraged to develop appropriate language learning strategies. Regular assessed homework and tests emphasize the continuous nature of language learning and the need for frequent practice. In the Specialized Culture component, you will explore an aspect of French culture and society and develop competence appropriate to your year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of it.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- In-class testQuiz / Test20%
- In-class testQuiz / Test20%
- EssayWritten25%
- Practice portfolioPortfolio15%
- Interactive Oral assessmenDemonstration20%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
use basic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills (and appropriate vocabulary) to communicate effectively in French in a range of past, present and future situations and on a range of topics;
- 2
locate information in basic texts in French;
- 3
recognise and use key structures and sounds of French;
- 4
identify and use prescribed grammatical items;
- 5
critique aspects of modern and contemporary French history, values and identity and their evolution;
- 6
interpret several prescribed sources to synthesise knowledge into a standard format.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials36 hours
- Lectures20 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Learning resources
Required resources
This unit requires access to a laptop that meets minimum specifications (https://www.monash.edu/esolutions/students/bring-your-own-device-byod). Free specialist software is available via MoVE (https://www.monash.edu/learning-teaching/innovation/learning-technologies/move).
There are required texts for this unit. Required texts are usually available for purchase through the University Bookstore (https://www.monash.edu/retail/books-and-merchandise-store/Textbooks) and are sometimes available for short-term loan or as eBooks through the library (https://www.monash.edu/library).
Where it fits
ATS1062 is part of 3 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Jessica Chakowa
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Jessica Chakowa
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ATS1062?
You need ATS1061 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after ATS1062?
ATS1062 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including ATS2063. Those lead on to 5 units in all.
When is ATS1062 offered?
In 2026, ATS1062 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is ATS1062?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ATS1062 have an exam?
No. ATS1062 has 5 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include ATS1062?
ATS1062 is part of European languages.