FRENCH CORE
Take 15 credit hours beyond the 210 level in consultation with an advisor who teaches the target language. NOTE: Study abroad in a country or region where the target language is the primary language of instruction is recommended. Courses may include:
This is the third course in a the three-semester sequence of beginning and intermediate
French. Students will learn and practice more advanced grammatical structures and
vocabulary to communicate more spontaneously and fluently with other speakers of French. 3 CreditsH,I,CS,SWGLSPRE-REQ: French 120 or equivalent. This course focuses on developing the speaking and listening skills of students of
French. Students will acquire the language structures and vocabulary to interact with
fluent or native speakers of French on a variety of topics without strain for either
party. 3 CreditsH,I,CS,SWGLSPRE-REQ: FR 210 or equivalent. An overview of the French culture and civilization in language, art, literature, history,
and ideas. 3 CreditsH,I,CSPrerequisites: FR210 or equivalent. An in-depth introduction to the history and influence of French culture outside Europe.
Students will gain a general knowledge of contemporary Francophone cultures that exist
throughout the world. 3 CreditsH,I,CSPrerequisite: FR210 or equivalent. Allows departments to offer subjects not normally taught. 1-3 Credits Prerequisites and fees vary by topic. An overview of the history of French Cinema and various schools of film analysis.
Participants in this course view and analyze major examples of French cinema from
its origins to today. Discussions are in English. Papers may be written in English
or French. 4 CreditsF,I,H,CW This course introduces high-intermediate and advanced students of French to the formal
technics and art of written translation. 3 CreditsH,I,CWStudents must have completed two 200 level courses taught in French or have instructor
permission prior to enrollment. Provides courses not covered by the regular offerings. These are developed to meet
the needs of students of advanced standing and included themes in Medieval & Renaissance
Literature and French Women Writers. 1-4 Credits FR-210 French III
FR-230 Conversation
FR-260 French Civilization and Culture
FR-270 Francophone Civilization and Culture II
FR-299 Special Topics
FR-326 French Cinema
FR-331 The Craft of Translation
FR-399 Special Topics
Secondary Emphasis Credit Total = 18
Any course exception must be approved by the advisor and/or department chair.