Cambridge IGCSE™ French Student's Book

This second edition of Collins Cambridge IGCSE™ French course delivers broad coverage of the Cambridge IGCSE™ and IGCSE (9-1) French syllabuses (0520/7156) for examination from 2028. Taking a communicative approach, this topic-based Student’s Book teaches language and skills in context, with smart and varied practice to help all students succeed.

This second edition of Collins Cambridge IGCSE™ French course delivers broad coverage of the Cambridge IGCSE™ and IGCSE (9-1) French syllabuses (0520/7156) for examination from 2028. Taking a communicative approach, this topic-based Student’s Book teaches language and skills in context, with smart and varied practice to help all students succeed.

This title is endorsed for the Cambridge Pathway to support the full Cambridge IGCSE and IGCSE (9-1) French syllabuses (0520/7156) for examination from 2028.

• Skills-based approach: Employs a communicative, active-learning methodology with equal coverage of reading, writing, listening and speaking within engaging, age-appropriate contexts.
• Syllabus alignment: All topics, grammar and vocabulary are mapped to the Cambridge syllabus, and clear learning objectives guide students through their language development. Carefully-designed course structure introduces language and skills progressively, linking them to syllabus topics for an engaging and cohesive learning journey.
• Support and extension: Accommodates diverse starting points, providing targeted support for those with less experience of French, and extension activities to challenge advanced learners.
• User-friendly design: Includes boxed highlights for key grammar points and vocabulary, and consistent features to improve language skills. A dedicated vocabulary section in each unit and a grammar reference at the end of the book facilitate effective self-study.
• Reflection, practice and revision: Integrates ample opportunities for practice, consolidation and revision throughout the course. Regular Check-up and Review sections encourage students to reflect on their progress and consolidate their learning. The updated practice questions in the Vérifiez sections prepare students for assessment with confidence.
• Cultural insights: Each unit includes Le monde francophone sections that offer stimulating insights into the culture and society of Francophone countries.
• Expert authors: Written by an expert team of experienced language teachers, drawing on years of classroom expertise to deliver effective teaching strategies.
• Audio resources: Free downloadable audio files available from the Collins website and through the digital subscription enhance listening comprehension and pronunciation practice.

The Collins course consists of a Student’s Book, Workbook, Teacher’s Guide and a digital subscription on Collins Hub. (The Teacher’s Guide will not go through the endorsement process for the Cambridge Pathway).