Community Based ESOL and Modern Languages
French Higher (SCP)
Campus OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 6
Study mode Open learning
Start date
Aug 2025
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Course overview
This course is for senior-phase pupils who are still at school. It is free and open to all senior-phase school pupils across Scotland.
This course aims to continue the progressive development of your knowledge and competence of the French language by extending the range and complexity of the language encountered.
Higher Modern Languages courses enable learners to read, listen, talk and write in a modern language. Learners also develop language skills of translation.
Schools can contact Caroline Cordier, Curriculum Manager for Modern Languages, for further information about our delivery model at Caroline.Cordier@edinburghcollege.ac.uk.
What you will learn
- Consolidate and develop the skills of reading, listening, writing speaking
- Translation within the four contexts, covering topics such as family and friends, lifestyles, learning in context, jobs, and other cultural aspects of the language
How the course is assessed
- Final exam: pupils sitting SQA exams will be required to sit at school. Prelims can also be hosted at school
Number of days per week
- Tuesday and/or Thursday afternoon, digital classroom (using Microsoft Teams)
or
- Open learning - Moodle self-study and scheduled Teams calls, possible access to digital classrooms if compatible with the timetable
Entry requirements
- Applicants should have a minimum grade B in National 5 French
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- Advanced Higher French
- Various Modern Language degree options
Career options
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus | Open learning | 18/08/25 |
