ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE DE KAMPALA LEARN FRENCH SPEAK TO THE WORLD! Plot 52 Bukoto Street, Kamwokya P.O Box 4314 Kampala, Uganda Tél

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1 ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE DE KAMPALA LEARN FRENCH SPEAK TO THE WORLD! Plot 52 Bukoto Street, Kamwokya P.O Box 4314 Kampala, Uganda Tél

2 TEN GOOD REASONS FOR LEARNING FRENCH 1. A world language More than 200 million people speak French on the five continents. The Francophonie, the international organisation of French-speaking countries, comprises 68 states and governments. French is the second most widely learned foreign language after English, and the ninth most widely spoken language in the world. French is also the only language, alongside English, that is taught in every country in the world. France operates the biggest international network of cultural institutes, which run French-language courses for more than 750,000 learners. 2. A language for the job market An ability to speak French and English is an advantage on the international job market. A knowledge of French opens the doors of French companies in France and other French speaking parts of the world (Canada, Switzerland, Belgium, and North and sub-saharan Africa). As the world s fifth biggest economy and numberthree destination for foreign investment, France is a key economic partner. 3. The language of culture French is the international language of cooking, fashion, theatre, the visual arts, dance and architecture. A knowledge of French offers access to great works of literature, as well as films and songs, in the original French. French is the language of Victor Hugo, Molière, Léopold Sendar Senghor, Edith Piaf, Jean-Paul Sartre, Alain Delon and Zinedine Zidane. 4. A language for travel France is the world s number-one tourist destination and attracts more than 70 million visitors a year. A little French makes it so much more enjoyable to visit Paris and all the regions of France (from the mild climes of the Cote d Azur to the snow-capped peaks of the Alps via the rugged coastline of Brittany) and offers insights into French culture, mentality and way of life. French also comes in handy when travelling to Africa, Switzerland, Canada, Monaco, the Seychelles and other places. 5. A language for higher education Speaking French opens up study opportunities at renowned French universities and business schools, ranked among the top higher education institutions in Europe and the world. Students with a good level of French are eligible for French government scholarships to enrol in postgraduate courses in France in any discipline and qualify for internationally recognised French degrees. 6. The other language of international relations French is both a working language and an official language of the United Nations, the European Union, UNESCO, NATO, the International Olympic Committee, the International Red Cross and international courts. French is the language of the three cities where the EU institutions are headquartered: Strasbourg, Brussels and Luxembourg. 7. A language that opens up the world After English and German, French is the third most used language on the Internet, ahead of Spanish. An ability to understand French offers an alternative view of the world through communication with French speakers from all the continents and news from the leading French-language international media (TV5, France 24 and Radio France Internationale). 8. A language that is fun to learn French is an easy language to learn. There are many methods on the market that make learning French enjoyable for children and adults alike. It does not take long to reach a level where you can communicate in French. 9. A language for learning other languages French is a good base for learning other languages, especially Romance languages (Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Romanian) as well as English, since fifty per cent of current English vocabulary is derived from French. 10. The language of love and reason First and foremost, learning French is the pleasure of learning a beautiful, rich, melodious language, often called the language of love. French is also an analytical language that structures thought and develops critical thinking, which is a valuable skill for discussions and negotiations.

3 About Alliance Alliance Française de Kampala is a non-profit Ugandan association, a cultural center dedicated to: The promotion of the french language The promotion of the francophone and ugandan cultures And the exchanges between these cultures In this perspective, the alliance française de kampala Offers a wide range of french classes for all ages and levels and french official diplomas as well Organises cultural events such as festivals, concerts, exhibitions, film screenings, conferences Favors and implements cultural exchanges between francophone countries and uganda Alliance française de kampala is the cultural and language operator of the Embassy of France in Uganda LEVEL COMMON EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK OF REFERENCE FOR LANGUAGES A1- Breakthrough or beginner. This level acknowledges basic competencies. At this discovery stage, you can interact in a simple way: you can speak about yourself and your immediate environment. A2- Waystage or elementary. It reinforces oral and written basics communications skills. You can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring the most polite phrases and exchanges of information. DIPLOMA DELF A1 DELF A2 STUDENTS & MEMEBERS s BENEFITS Attend a large range of French activities and recieve discounts on our exciting cultural events and special offers with selected partners! As a student, you are entitled to a student card which is valid for one year while studying at the Afk FREE ACTIVITIES, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIAL OFFERS: Media center - borrow DVDs, CDs magazines and books. Access to a series of events throughout the year - workshops, conferences, cineclub, book clubs and our weekly French Club AFK Discounts and special offers discounted ticket prices to our annual events. Monthly e-newsletter - stay connected with French events in Kampala. B1- Threshold or intermediate. At this level, you become independent. You can interact, understand and maintain a discussion, give your opinion. You are capable of dealing with situations likely to arise in daily life B2- Vantage or upper intermediate. You have a degree of independence that allows you to construct arguments to defend your opinion, explain your viewpoint and negotiate. At this level, you show a certain fluency and spontaneity in regular interactions and are capable of correcting C1 / C2- Effective Operational Proficiency and advanced You are able to express yourself spontaneously and fluently without any apparent difficulty in relation to your social, professional or academic life and also to complex subjects. You can understand a wide range of long texts with implicit meaning. DELF B1 DELF B2 DALF C1 DALF C2

4 GENERAL FRENCH COURSES Our general courses provide the best means for developing the Student s skills in French in the four core areas: speaking, reading, Writing and listening. Textbooks are available at the reception. To achieve your goal in a short time, you can choose the intensive classes open every month. Our classes Intensive course for 6 or 12 weeks2 h x 5 times a week from Monday to Friday. Semi-intensive cours for 10 weeks 2h x 3 times a week Monday / Wednesday & Friday Semi-intensive course for 12weeks 2h30 x 2 times a week Tuesday & Thursday Extensive course easy going for 15 weeks 4h once a week only on Saturday Kids corner 12 weeks 3h once on Saturday. ENROLMENT Enrolment is made in person, but will not be confirmed until the full payment has been received. All non-beginner students must take a placement test before beginning their courses. All students are asked to enroll for the full session. Fees do not include textbooks. Note that fees cannot be refunded or transferred in the case of cancellation by the student less than 2 working days before the course starts, except under special circumstances whereby justification is provided (e.g. presentation of medical certificate, approval from the School Director). No partial refund can be granted for classes not attended and no postponement can be allowed. In the case of illness, whereby a medical certificate is provided, reimbursements for classes not taken may be made. CONVERSATION COURSES 20HRS 2hrs /week every Thursday French through music French through newspaper/ magazine French through audio CATCH-UP LESSON If you miss a class, you can book in for a catch - up session Catch-up lessons are only available for students currently enrolled in general courses Improve your spoken French through discussions on French culture and current issues. TAILORED COURSES Choose courses designed to suit your specific needs. Our tailored courses are available at all levels. They will help you progress at your own speed and cater to your availability and goals. PRIVATE TUITION à la carte Private tuition can be arranged according to your availability and suit your personal goals. KID S CORNER For whom? Children &teenagers Accompanied by a qualified and dedicated teacher, the children are taught through interactive reading, writing, speaking, audio exercises and role play in conducive French environment. Our objective is to encourage interest and instill confidence, provide a strong foundation in the French language in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. 6-8 years 8-11 years

5 ACTIVITIES To enable infant from the tender age to discover French language 1. Read along : simple stories to improve comprehension 2. Watch along : animated for oral skills 3. Talk along : role play for daily live conversation skills 4. Sing along popular French songs that all French people know. TEENAGERS HOLIDAY COURSES An excellent way to develop writing, listening and speaking skills. Students are placed in a class to suit their level, whether they are beginner or more advanced student years & years DIPLOMAS & CERTIFICATIONS The Alliance Française de Kampala is an official exam center that offers evaluations of French language proficiency and awards several internationally recognized diplomas. The tests and diplomas are based on the same levels as the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2). WHICH EXAM SHOULD I TAKE? The tests (TEF, TCF, TCF DAP and TEFAQ) are reliable measurements for determining proficiency and are only valid for a set period of time. (DELF, DALF, and DAEFLE) are similar to university degrees in that they confirm language proficiency and are valid for life. DELF and DALF exams are held in over 120 countries and each diploma is a useful qualification which is accepted around the world. The DELF (Diplôme Élémentaire de Langue Française/Diploma in French language) and the DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française/Advanced Diploma in French language) are issued by the French Ministry of Education, who certifies the French language skills of non-french candidates. The Alliance Française de Kampala is the only accredited institution in Uganda to deliver this diploma. The DELF and DALF are designed to assess the communicative skills of a candidate in a real situation, using authentic documents, and to evaluate know-how (writing a letter, asking for information, exchanging opinions) rather than the linguistic and formal grammatical knowledge. There are six diplomas corresponding to the six-level scale of the Common European Reference Framework for Languages. The six diplomas (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2) that make up DELF and DALF are completely independent. This means that candidates can register for the examination of their choice, according to their level. At each level, 4 skills are evaluated: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Each diploma is internationally recognised and valid for life. Note that the DELF B2 and DALF C1 allow foreign students to obtain entry to a French university. If you need to take a French proficiency test for Immigration to Québec (Ministère d Immigration et communautés culturelles), take the TEFAQ or TCFQ. If you need to take a French proficiency test for Immigration to Canada (Citizenship and Immigration Canada), take the TEF (all sections recommended). If you need a current, dated assessment of your level of fluency for personal or professional reasons, take the TCF tout public or TEF. If you are an adult and want an official level-based diploma that is valid for life, take the DELF or DALF. If you are a parent or teacher of a child aged 8-12 and would like an official diploma stating his/her level of fluency, the child should take the DELF Prim.

6 If you are a parent or teacher of a teenager aged and would like an official diploma stating his/her level of fluency, the child should take the DELF Junior. The DELF (Diplôme Elémentaire de langue Française/ Diploma in French Language) is issued by the French Ministry of Education, which certifies the French Language skills of non- French candidates. The DELF is valid for life and receives the recognition enjoyed by all distinctions awarded by the French Ministry of Education. DAEFLE. The DAEFLE (Diplôme d aptitude à l Enseignement du Français Langue Etrangère) is a diploma offered by the Alliance Française de Paris Ile de France, in collaboration with the CNED. It is aimed at anyone wishing to gain a professional qualification in the domain of teaching French as a foreign language (FLE). The DAEFLE is a distance learning course for initial or further training. The diploma is awarded after 480 hours of training (6 modules) and success in the final exam (a preparatory module over several sessions is possible). For more information consult: Public holiday dates Day Dates Events Monday 26 January Liberation Day Sunday 08 March Women s Day Good Friday 03 April Good Friday Sunday 05 April Easter Monday 06 April Easter Monday Friday 01 May Labour day Tuesday 03 June Martyr s Day Thursday 09 June Heroes Day Friday 09 October Independence Day Friday 25 December Christmas Day Saturday 26 December Boxing Day ANNUAL Calendar st term 2015 Option A 12/01-20/03/2015 Option B 13/01-02/04/2015 Option C 17/01-25/04/2015 Option D 12/01-20/02/ /03-10/04/2015 Kids and Teens 17/01-04/04/2015 2nd term 2015 Option A 13/04/ - 19/06/2015 Option B 14/04-02/07/2015 Option C 09/05-15/08/2015 Option D 13/04-22/05/2015 Kids and Teens 25/05-03/07/2015 Summer club th July-23 rd August rd Term Option A 14/09-20/11/2015 Option B 15/09-04/12/2015 Option C 29/08-05/12/2015 Option D 14/09-24/ Kids and Teens 19/09-05/12/2015 Collective classes FEES Courses Books Registration UGX (60h) UGX UGX Holidays classes UGX (40h) UGX UGX Kids UGX (36h) UGX UGX Corporate classes Individual classes UGX/h (1-5 participants) UGX/h (5-10 participants) Intra muros Solo: UGX/h Duo: UGX/h Trio: UGX/h Extra muros Solo: UGX/h Duo: UGX/h Trio: UGX/h

7 Examination Fees TCF TEF/ITF DELF A1 /A2 DELF B1 / B2 DALF C1 / C2 DELF Prim / Junior UGX UGX AFK Students: UGX Others: UGX AFK Students: UGX Others: UGX AFK Students: UGX Others: UGX AFK Students: UGX Others: UGX school@afkampala.org info@afkampala.org reception@afkampala.org alliancefrancaisekampala.afk