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Bachelor of Arts Degree in French Majors are offered in French and Spanish for three categories of students: 1) those who wish to acquire a liberal education centered on the intensive study of foreign language, literature, and culture; 2) those planning to do post-graduate work in these fields; and 3) those intending to become foreign language teachers, professional translators, interpreters, foreign correspondents, etc. FRESHMAN YEAR
SOPHOMORE YEAR
JUNIOR YEAR*
SENIOR YEAR
*One or both semesters of the junior year may be spent studying at a foreign university. French Major Requirements Frn 201, 202, and a minimum of 24 credits of upper-level French courses, to include Frn 301, at least 3 credits of civilization (Frn 427 or 428) and at least 6 credits of French literature. French majors must also complete one year of college Latin, or demonstrate proficiency at the Lat 102 level. All French majors are strongly encouraged to spend at least one semester or summer term of study abroad in a French-speaking nation or territory (typically France or Quebec) at a college or university in which the language of instruction is French. Credits earned during study abroad can be transferred to Franciscan University with departmental approval. French Minor 6 credit hours in 200-level French courses and 12 credit hours in
300-400 level French COURSES FRN 101-102 ELEMENTARY FRENCH I & II is an intensive introduction to French language and culture with emphasis on comprehension and active use of the spoken language, leading to the ability to function at a basic level. (Communications Core) 3 credits per semester FRN 201-202 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I & II is a continuation of Frn 101-102 with a review and expansion of grammar and vocabulary. (Communications Core) Prerequisites: Frn 101-102 3 credits per semester FRN 301 INTENSIVE REVIEW OF FRENCH GRAMMAR consists of a systematic study of all aspects of French grammar, syntax, and morphology. Review and expansion of student's knowledge of French vocabulary and idioms are stressed. Prerequisites: Frn 201-202 or equivalent 3 credit hours FRN 303-304 ADVANCED COMPOSITION AND CONVERSATION I & II consist of structured practice in writing and speaking on selected topics, emphasizing specific grammatical problems. Special emphasis is placed on increasing the student's active French vocabulary. Prerequisite: Frn 301 or concurrent enrollment 3 credit hours each FRN 305 THEME AND VERSION is an intensive study of French grammar, syntax, vocabulary, and idiomatic expression through written translations from English to French (theme) and from French to English (version). Prerequisite: Frn 301 or equivalent 3 credit hours FRN 306 PHONETICS AND PHONOLOGY consists of a detailed study of the French sound system (morphology, sound production, and intonation) through a variety of pronunciation exercises, as well as transcriptions of French texts using the international phonetic alphabet. Prerequisites: Frn 201-202 or equivalent 3 credit hours FRN 308 ADVANCED CONVERSATION develops oral expression through systematic study of vocabulary and idiomatic expressions. Class conversations will result from preparation of assigned topics, listening to recorded conversations, and speeches on topics of current events, contemporary trends, and everyday life situations. (Communications Core) 3 credit hours FRN 309 ORAL AND AURAL FLUENCY is an in-depth study of the French sound system, articulation, intonation, and speech habits combined with training in rapid comprehension of recorded French voices from different areas of the Francophone world in various fields. This course provides an excellent background for interpreters, Americans working abroad, or travelers. (Communications Core) 3 credit hours FRN 310 ADVANCED COMPOSITION I studies French syntax and stylistics to develop effective writing skills in French. Class discussions of the difficulties of the French language are followed by individual written exercises to improve accuracy, correctness, and ease of expression. (Communications Core) 3 credit hours FRN 311 ADVANCED COMPOSITION II is a continuation of French 310. (Communications Core) 3 credit hours FRN 323 BASIC TRANSLATION TECHNIQUES is an introduction to professional translating methods and principles. Practice in translating articles is provided via texts taken from periodicals, booklets, letters, and brochures from French into English. 3 credit hours FRN 324 TRANSLATION IN THE ARTS AND SCIENCES: FRENCH TO ENGLISH further applies the principles learned in French 323. Practice in translating articles is provided via texts taken from periodicals, booklets, letters, and brochures from French to English. 3 credit hours FRN 325 TRANSLATION IN THE ARTS AND SCIENCES: ENGLISH TO FRENCH follows the same format as translations given in French 324, but from English into French. 3 credit hours FRN 427 FRENCH CIVILIZATION AND CULTURE UP TO 1789 traces significant aspects of French civilization from its origin to the time of the French Revolution: history and society, evolution of culture and ideas, and artistic trends. Lectures, readings, discussions, and oral reports will be conducted in French. 3 credit hours FRN 428 FRENCH CIVILIZATION AND CULTURE SINCE THE FRENCH REVOLUTION is a continuation of Frn 427, covering the 19th and 20th centuries. Lectures, readings, discussions, and oral reports will be conducted in French. Prerequisite: Frn 301 or concurrent enrollment 3 credit hours FRN 429 PERSPECTIVES IN FRENCH LITERATURE UP TO THE NINETEENTH CENTURY is a study of selected great literary works from the Middle Ages through the 18th century. Lectures, readings, discussions, and a term paper will be in French. Prerequisite: Frn 301 or concurrent enrollment 3 credit hours FRN 430 PERSPECTIVES IN FRENCH LITERATURE OF THE NINETEENTH AND TWENTIETH CENTURIES is a continuation of Frn 429, covering selected works and authors of the 19th and 20th centuries. Lectures, readings, discussions, and a term paper will be in French. Prerequisite: Frn 301 or concurrent enrollment 3 credit hours FRN 431 PERIODS AND GENRES OF FRENCH LITERATURE is a flexible course, the contents of which will vary from one semester to another. Study will focus on either a single literary period (Middle Ages, Renaissance, etc.) or a particular genre (lyric poetry, the novel, etc.). Lectures, readings, discussions, and a term paper in French are required. This course may be repeated for credit if the topic is different from when previously taken. Prerequisite: Frn 301 or concurrent enrollment 3 credit hours FRN 432 MODERN CATHOLIC WRITERS is a survey of the literature of significant Catholic authors (from the late 19th century through the present) whose works are significantly informed by their religious faith: Bloy, Péguy, Jammes, Claudel, Mauriac, Bernanos, Green, Cesbron. Lectures and discussions will be conducted in English, with readings in French for French majors, in English for non-majors. Prerequisite: Frn 301 or concurrent enrollment 3 credit hours (applies to French majors only) FRN 434 THESIS uses guided readings and research to result in a dissertation. Projects for independent study may be of a literary or linguistic nature, or may deal with some aspect of French culture. To be selected in consultation with the head of the department. 1 credit hour FRN 435 COORDINATING SEMINAR uses selected readings, research, reports, and discussions of specific authors, genres, or trends in French literature. A recommended course for students planning to enter graduate school. 1 credit hour |
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