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Certificate for Module (Learning French through Wine Appreciation)
證書 (單元 : 飲葡萄酒學法語)

Course Code
EU031A
Credit
9
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
To be advised
Duration
30 hours
Language
French, suppl by minimal English
Course Fee
HK$8,100
Enquiries
2975 5695
2548 7027
euroinfo@hkuspace.hku.hk
How to Apply
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Highlights

This interdisciplinary programme combines language learning with cultural studies, providing a holistic educational experience. Students will not only learn the very basics of French but also gain some insights into French wine culture, which can enhance their understanding of the language and cultural appreciation in a specific context. By integrating wine appreciation with language learning, students can interact and practise French in real-life scenarios and more relaxed social setting. Besides, this practical approach can enhance their vocabulary as well as simple conversational abilities, improve language retention and make learning more engaging through sensory stimulation.

Programme Details

The programme aims to

  • introduce students to the very basics of the French language (greetings, pronunciation, etc.);
  • enable students to use very simple phrases as well as sentences in very basic conversations, e.g. introducing oneself, saying hello, etc.;
  • familiarise students with simple French vocabulary related to the brief background of five main French wine regions including Alsace, Champagne, Bourgogne, Loire Valley and Bordeaux; and
  • provide students with the basic vocabulary to describe different aspects of wine (colour, smell, taste, etc.).

On completion of the programme, students should be able to

  • pronounce some simple words in French when reading them;
  • introduce themselves in very basic French;
  • explain briefly some French vocabulary related to the background of the five wine regions or translate it into English; and
  • describe different aspects of wine (colour, aroma, taste, etc.) in simple French vocabulary.

Syllabus

Language components:

  • Self-introduction: name, nationality, living place, languages and occupation
  • Greetings and alphabet: saying hello and spelling
  • Favourite food and drink: vocabulary of common drinks and simple food for wine pairing
  • Orienting oneself and numbers 1 – 20: asking for the direction to a winery or some other places, and phone number
  • Pronunciation training: short sounds, long sounds, diphthongs and linking sounds

25 samples of wines are provided for tasting throughout the programme, and students are introduced to the brief background of the five regions below and some related French vocabulary (colour, aroma, flavours, texture, key places in those regions, etc.) whilst practising the vocabulary and phrases learnt.

Alsace

Champagne

Bourgogne

Loire Valley

Bordeaux

Assessment

Course participants' progress is measured through a number of assessment components including:

  • A final MC quiz
  • Oral work – continuous assessment
  • A final oral test

Award

Students who successfully pass* the programme are eligible for the "Certificate for Module (Learning French through Wine Appreciation)" awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE.

 *Passing the programme means students have to meet the following requirements:

  • Overall passing mark: 50%, and
  • Attendance Requirement: 70% of the total contact hours.

IMPORTANT Notes to Applicants:

  1. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first served basis.
  2. Applicants are normally required to provide information from their HKID card (for local applicants) or passport (for non-local applicants) for admission assessment and student records purposes. Applicants to award-bearing programmes will also be asked to present their HKID/passport for verification if applying in person at enrolment counters or to attach a copy of their HKID or passport if applying by post. 
  3. To study in Hong Kong, all non-local applicants are required to obtain a student visa issued by the Immigration Department of the HKSAR Government, except for those admitted to Hong Kong as dependants and non-local applicants issued with a valid employment visa. For details: https://hkuspace.hku.hk/cht/admission/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/ 
  4. Your online enrolment is successfully completed and CONFIRMED when you see the payment confirmation, which will be sent to your email address by the system. If you need the official receipt, please obtain it at one of our enrolment centres with the payment confirmation.
  5. Please check if you have enrolled in the right course by comparing the application code with the information on our website.
  6. Should you enroll online within one week before the course starts, please contact the Programme Team as soon as possible. Students should attend the first session of the class at the specified time and place unless any change is made to the advertised details. 
  7. Approximately one week before the course, students will receive an email with a detailed course schedule and a book list, with which students can enjoy a discount when purchasing the course books. All the other course materials will be given in the first lesson.
  8. The course will be confirmed only upon sufficient enrolment.
  9. No refunds or transfers to a different class/ course will be approved.
  10. No make-up classes will be offered for students’ absence.
Duration
  • 10 meeting(s)
  • 3 hours per meeting
Venue

Fee

Course Fee
  • Course Fee : HK$8,100

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall:

  • be aged at least 18 years or above;
  • have no health problems that make them unfit for wine tasting;
  • have no previous or little knowledge of the French language; and
  • have sufficient English proficiency to follow simple explanations in English.

Apply

Application Form Download Application Form

Enrolment Method
Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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