Courses
FREN 1010
(Active/WorkFlow)
Beginning French I
5.0 : 5.0 : 1.0 Su, F, Sp
Emphasizes understanding, speaking, reading and writing skills. Basic language usage and cultural understanding are acquired through an activity-based approach.
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FREN 1020
(Active/WorkFlow)
Beginning French II
5.0 : 5.0 : 1.0 F, Sp
Prerequisite(s):Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 1010
Completes the first year of study. Includes the remaining grammar, language concepts, and culture, and introduces students to literature in French.
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FREN 1500
(Active)
French Travel Study
3.0 : 1.0 : 6.0 On Sufficient Demand
Introduces students to a French-speaking foreign country for a minimum of 10 days of intensive language and culture study. Course entails several meetings prior to departure and at least one after the return home to facilitate observation and analysis of data to be gathered on the tour. An organized presentation of that data will be contained in a multimedia project due no later than one month after tour.
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FREN 2010
(Active/WorkFlow)
Intermediate French I
5.0 : 5.0 : 1.0 F, Sp
Prerequisite(s):Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 1020
Reviews grammar, reading, writing, and conversation skills learned throughout the first year. Introduces readings and discussions on the history, culture, and literature of the French world.
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FREN 2020
(Active/WorkFlow)
Intermediate French II
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0 Sp
Prerequisite(s):Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 2010
Emphasizes reading, writing, and conversational skills through studies in literature excerpts and complete works.
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FREN 2050
(Active/WorkFlow)
Advanced French Grammar and Composition
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0 On Sufficient Demand
Prerequisite(s):FREN 2020 or equivalent
Explores grammar of French focusing on areas typically difficult for English speakers. Provides extensive instruction in, and opportunity for the students' improvement in language production, both oral and written. Completers should improve considerably their ability to express themselves in the foreign language both orally and in written form.
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FREN 3030
(Active)
French Composition and Conversation
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0
Prerequisite(s):FREN 202G or instructor's approval
Emphasizes production skills [speaking and writing], reviews and expands lexical depth and advances mastery of French grammar. Examines contemporay French culture topics [family, education, love and the couple, religion, social challenges, etc.] through studying a variety of French sources: readings, film, lecture, individual research, etc. Analyzes topics through active class discussion in French. Integrates new cultural perspectives in papers and assignments researched and written in French. Conducts all course work in French only.
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FREN 3040
(Active/WorkFlow)
Introduction to Literary Genres in French
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0 On Sufficient Demand
Prerequisite(s):FREN 2050 or equivalent
Explores different literary genres in the French language. Provides extensive opportunity for improvement in oral and reading/writing development of language skills. Completers should considerably improve their ability to express themselves in the foreign language. Taught entirely in French.
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FREN 3050
(Active)
Advanced French
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0 On Sufficient Demand
Prerequisite(s):FREN 3040, one year residency in French speaking country, or placement test
Continues to emphasize reading, writing, and conversational skills through studies in literary and other texts, including films dealing with Francophone cultures. Includes an in depth review of grammar .
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FREN 3200
(Active)
Business French
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0 On Sufficient Demand
Prerequisite(s):Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 3050
For those who plan to pursue careers in international business or related fields, learn French business language, understand French corporate culture, or plan to major or minor in French. Teaches French business terminology and prepares students to take the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris exam. Explores technological, personal, and professional aspects of business. Will be taught entirely in the French language.
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FREN 3510
(Active)
Culture and Civilization to 1700
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0 On Sufficient Demand
Prerequisite(s):Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 3050
Explores chronologically to 1700 the formation and development of French speaking societies and cultures. Completers should acquire an understanding of the ethnic development and linguistic history of these societies and countries. Presentations and class instruction conducted entirely in French.
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FREN 3520
(Active)
Culture and Civilization from 1700
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0 On Sufficient Demand
Prerequisite(s):Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 3050
Explores chronologically from 1700 the evolution and development of French speaking societies and cultures. Completers should acquire an understanding of the ethnic development and linguistic history of these societies and countries. Presentations and class instruction conducted entirely in French.
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FREN 3610
(Active)
French Literature to 1700
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0 On Sufficient Demand
Prerequisite(s):Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 3050
Introduces chronologically to 1700 representative French authors. Emphasizes literary analysis and criticism. Completers should develop knowledge of literary history, acquire skills in interpreting literary texts, and deepen understanding of the French language. Presentations and class instruction conducted entirely in French.
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FREN 3620
(Active)
French Literature from 1700
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0 On Sufficient Demand
Prerequisite(s):Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 3050
Introduces chronologically from 1700 representative French authors. Emphasizes literary analysis and criticism. Completers should develop knowledge of literary history, acquire skills in interpreting literary texts, and deepen understanding of the French language. Presentations and class instruction conducted entirely in French.
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FREN 4200
(Active)
Advanced Business French
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0 On Sufficient Demand
Prerequisite(s):Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 3200
For those taking the exam leading to the Diplome de francais des affaires (DFA 2) awarded by the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris. Emphasizes case studies, marketing, resumes, cover letters, job interviews, computers, and the Internet. Taught entirely in French.
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FREN 490R
(Active)
Special Topics in French
3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0
Prerequisite(s):FREN 202G or instructor approval.
Studies topic in detail not offered in other courses. Addresses key aspects of the topic. Engages students in critical analysis and discourse. Develops language skills requisite to such analysis and specific to the topic. Possible topics include French Film, Translation and Interpretation, Francophone Literature, Women's Texts, Courtly Love. Conducted entirely in French. May be repeated for up to nine credit hours towards graduation.
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Degrees
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