The French Advanced 1 (Level 5 / B1.2) is for students who have finished French Intermediate 3 (B1.1). This course is ideal for anyone seeking to study advanced French. It helps you progress to the upper-intermediate and independent levels of language use.
Objective of Level 5 (B1.2) French Course
French Advanced 1, Level 5, is designed for individuals with a moderate level of French proficiency, comparable to DELF B1.1.
This course helps you improve your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. You gain the confidence to handle daily situations, share your ideas, tell stories, and engage in talks on a range of common topics.
In B1.2, you will learn crucial grammar and vocabulary. You will be more confident in discussing work, travel, social events, and news.
We will teach you correct pronunciation, useful phrases, and sentence structure. You will practice speaking with native French speakers and learn to use the language in real-life situations.
By the end of the course, you will have learned about various topics, including phone calls, interviews, letters, meetings, stories, articles, podcasts, and how to express your thoughts and opinions. You will feel more confident using French in your daily life.
Overall, French Advanced 1 (Level 5, B1.2) is suitable for individuals with upper-intermediate French proficiency. It covers the topics you need to complete the second half of B1. You will be prepared for the DELF B1 test, which is recognized worldwide.
Prerequisites for French Advanced 1
To enroll in French Advanced 1 (level 5), you must finish the French Intermediate 3 course. This level aligns with CEFR B1.1 or your previous studies.
If you are unsure about your French level, such as whether you are at B1.1 or B1, you can take a placement test at our institute to determine your level. This test will help you find the right level for you.
This level, B1.2, is suitable for all ages, including teenagers (14 and older), students, adults, and professionals learning French.
Basic English skills are important for students. To get the most from the class, participate actively.
Certified French Trainer
All trainers are certified teachers with strong proficiency in French and extensive teaching experience. They must complete a training program before they can teach French as a foreign language.
The French instructors are aware of the course. They use videos and audio to enhance the engagement of their lessons. They also include cultural activities to help students better understand French-speaking regions.
Course Description of Level 5 (B1.2)
French Advanced 1 (B1.2 / Level 5) helps you refine your upper-intermediate French skills.
This course focuses on grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure at an intermediate level. You will learn to express yourself and engage in detailed discussions on familiar topics. You will share your opinions, agree or disagree politely, and explain your views.
French Advanced 1 includes practice exercises with both written and audio materials. This will help you understand the language’s sounds and form sentences.
The goal of this course is to strengthen your writing and speaking skills. After completing Level 4, you will take part in talks at a good pace. This course prepares you for the next level of the French DELF exam of B1.2 / B1.
Course Information of Level 5
Curriculum and syllabus of Level 5
This is a point-by-point course outline for French Advanced 1 (Level 5/B1.2).
- Level 4 revision — verbs, tenses, pronouns, adjectives, vocabulary, and sentence structure.
- Advanced subjunctive, verb expressions, infinitive present and past, active-passive, and some other upper-intermediate tenses.
- 22 grammar topics, such as advanced adverbs, conjunctions, prepositions, mixed pronouns, mixed tenses, and expressions.
- Complicated sentences using conjunctions and logical connectors.
- Lessons that teach vocabulary related to daily practices, office work, formal setup, interviews, money-related transactions, business, health topics, future projects, and social exchanges.
- Listen and understand talks about familiar topics (work, leisure, travel). Pick out main ideas and relevant details from short discussions, announcements, and interviews.
- Participate in dialogue, role-plays, and group discussions, and share your experiences from past events. Make presentations, express and justify feelings and opinions on familiar subjects.
- You can speak on phone calls, during interviews, when addressing complaints, and when responding to information requests.
- Read everyday texts: emails, advertisements, articles, instructions. Analyze short stories and factual materials.
- Write emails, letters, simple reports, describe events, places, experiences, and objects. Compose short texts expressing opinions on familiar issues.
- A summary of French speakers worldwide. Students can grasp the range of French-speaking nations. They explore diverse cultures and perspectives globally.
- When people understand culture, they can express themselves freely. History, tradition, and cultural components are adapted to suit this level. It enhances your understanding and reactions, ultimately promoting cultural awareness.
Learning Outcomes of Level 5 (B1.2)
French Advanced 1 (Level 5) Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are vital to the syllabus. They describe the curriculum for the students.
Students will chat, share personal details, and talk about themselves, their families, and friends. They will also learn to write upper-intermediate sentences on familiar subjects.
- Students can recount experiences and explain concepts in most tenses, such as the present, future, past, perfect, subjunctive, and conditional.
- Use an expanded vocabulary to talk about culture, society, work, travel, and personal interests.
- You can apply intermediate grammar structures accurately in speech and writing.
- You can write detailed texts, such as emails, CVs, letters, brief reports, story writing, and opinion articles. You will learn key details in the news, interviews, and cultural events in standard French.
- You can understand the main ideas of complex texts and discussions on familiar topics. You can also express opinions, arguments, and feelings in a clear and structured way.
- Announcements, ads, and instructions provide helpful information.
- Speak confidently in discussions with native speakers on a range of day-to-day, viewpoints, interviews, and professional topics.
- You can adapt language appropriately for both formal and informal contexts, whether written or verbal.
- You know French traditions and manners. Talk about social events, customs, holidays, and cultural activities.
- Upon completion, you can prepare effectively for the DELF B1 exam’s listening, reading, writing, and speaking sections. You’ve reached the point where they can progress to French Level 6.
What is included in the course?
- The course includes exercises and assignments designed to improve students’ grammar, vocabulary, writing, reading, and sentence construction skills.
- At this level, you will enhance your listening and speaking abilities through an additional 30 hours of audio content, accessible anytime, enabling flexible practice.
- We also offer job placement help after you complete this Level 5 or one of the following two levels. Our professional career counseling services are available to you at no cost.
LanguageNext French Level 5 Certificate
The Level 5 French course concludes with a 2-hour exam that measures your listening, writing, reading, and speaking skills. To receive your Certificate of Completion (Level 5, B1.2), you must pass this exam.
To earn the certificate, you need to achieve a minimum score of 50%. This score is necessary to progress to the next level. However, to better your skills and understanding, it’s best to aim for a score of 60% to 65%.