FRENCH 1040 4 credits
Elementary French

Conversation, grammar, reading, writing; emphasis on oral practice, structure, vocabulary; language lab. F

FRENCH 1140 4 credits
Elementary French

Continuation of FRENCH 1040; language lab. P: FRENCH 1040 or equivalent. GE: HUM (second course only). S

FRENCH 2040 4 credits
Intermediate French

Conversation, review of grammar, reading of stories, emphasis on oral practice, French culture; language lab. P: FRENCH 1140 or equivalent. GE: HUM. F

FRENCH 2140 4 credits
Intermediate French

Continuation of FRENCH 2040, with emphasis on reading and discussion in French; language lab. P: FRENCH 2040. GE: HUM. S

FRENCH 3000 1-4 credits
Foreign Languages Travel Abroad Seminar

A seminar with emphasis on language, literature and culture. Non-language students may take this course in English translation for credit in the humanities but receive no foreign language credit. Students travel under supervision and receive from one to four credits in French or in literature in translation for non-language students. Number of credits depends on the duration of exposure, the amount of reading, and the quality of written work. P: FRENCH 2040 or equivalent. Non-language students should consult the department chairperson. GE: HUM

FRENCH 3220 2 credits
Advanced French Grammar and Composition

A broad review of French grammar with an emphasis on practical application through the assignment of various composition topics and other writing activities. P: FRENCH 2140 or equivalent.

FRENCH 3240 2 credits
Advanced French Conversation

This course stresses the development of conversational skills in French at an advanced level, with special emphasis on proper pronunciation and intonation, as well as the correct use of vocabulary and syntax. P: FRENCH 2140 or equivalent.


FRENCH 3530 1-3 credits
Topics in French Literature and Culture

Specific topics dealing with the works of one author, one literary genre or one literary period. Topics may also deal with specific aspects of culture. Due to the limited focus of the course, this course may be taken more than once for credit, provided the content is different. P: FRENCH 2140 or equivalent. GE: HUM

FRENCH 4000 2 credits
Teaching of Foreign Languages

The principles and methods of teaching foreign languages should be taken simultaneously with TEACHING 4110.

FRENCH 4050 1-4 credits
Supervised Independent Study

For advanced students wishing to acquaint themselves further with French literature or civilization; discussion and written reports. By special permission from the instructor - number of credits will be determined at the beginning of the course. P: FRENCH 2140 or equivalent.

FRENCH 4060 3 credits
Survey of French Literature and Culture I

An introduction to French history, culture and literature from the Middle Ages through the French Revolution; lecture and discussion in French. P: FRENCH 2140 or equivalent. GE: HUM

FRENCH 4160 3 credits
Survey of French Literature and Culture II

Continuation of FRENCH 4060, covering the 19th and 20th centuries. P: FRENCH 2140 or equivalent. GE: HUM