Undergraduate French

French Courses
Course	BoK	Description	Fall	SPG	OCC
SPG = Spring OCC = occasionally
Please note that occasionally some courses, particularly those at the 3000/4000 level, may be offered in a semester other than indicated.
FREN 1001	HU DC	Basic French I is a first course in a two-course sequence of intensive basic French language and culture: emphasis in speaking, listening, reading, writing and French and francophone cultures. Students learn through communicative activities in the classroom. This course counts toward the foreign language requirement. Completion of the 1001-1002 sequence fulfills various college language requirements. Students should confirm the language requirement with their home college. This course offers online sections fall, spring and summer semesters.	x	x
FREN 1002	HU DC	Basic French II is a second course in a two-course sequence of intensive basic French language and culture: further emphasis in speaking, listening, reading, writing and French and Francophone cultures. In addition to learning through communicative activities in the classroom, students engage in basic conversation. This course fulfills the foreign language requirement. Prerequisite: FREN 1001 or FREN 1012 Completion of the 1001-1002 sequence fulfills various college language requirements. Students should confirm the language requirement with their home college This course offers online sections fall, spring and summer semesters.	Ã¢	Ã¢
FREN 1011	HU DC	Extended Basic French I is the first course of a four-course sequence of basic French language and culture. Students learn basic speaking, listening, reading and writing at a more relaxed pace than in the intensive basic French sequence. Attention is also paid to communicative, contextualized learning in the classroom. This course counts toward the foreign language requirement. Completion of the 1011 through 1014 sequence fulfills various college language requirements. Students should confirm the language requirement with their home college.	x
FREN 1012	HU DC	Extended Basic French II is the second course of a four-course sequence of basic French language and culture. Students learn basic speaking, listening, reading and writing at a more relaxed pace than in the intensive basic French sequence. Students actively learn through communicative activities in the classroom. Increasing attention is paid to basic conversational skills. This course counts toward the foreign language requirement. Prerequisite: FREN 1011 Completion of the 1011 through 1014 sequence fulfills various college language requirements. Students should confirm the language requirement with their home college.		x
FREN 1013	HU DC	Extended Basic French III is the third course of a four-course sequence of basic French language and culture. Students continue to learn basic speaking, listening, reading and writing at a more relaxed pace than in the intensive basic French sequence. Students actively learn through communicative activities in the classroom. Increasing attention is paid to basic conversational skills and cultural awareness. This course counts toward the foreign language requirement. Prerequisite: FREN 1001 or FREN 1012 Completion of the 1011 through 1014 sequence fulfills various college language requirements. Students should confirm the language requirement with their home college.	x
FREN 1014	HU DC	Extended Basic French IV is the fourth and final course of the four-course sequence of basic French language and culture. Students learn increasingly complex speaking, writing, listening and reading skills, while at a more relaxed pace than in the intensive basic French sequence. Students actively learn through communicative activities in the classroom. Increasing attention is paid to basic conversational skills and cultural awareness. The successful completion of this course fulfills the foreign language requirement. Prerequisite: FREN 1013 Completion of the 1011 through 1014 sequence fulfills various college language requirements. Students should confirm the language requirement with their home college		x
FREN 1041	HU DC	French Literature in Translation is an introduction to French literature. Students will read and analyze a variety of French novels of various centuries. Taught in English.			x
FREN 1042	HU DC	Freshman Seminar: French Topics is the study of a selected topic in French and/or francophone literature and culture. An introduction to the topic, its theoretical implications, and the most important representations will be provided. Several important cultural aspects will be studied in detail and will be analyzed from the point of view of the topic under study. Topics will vary from term to term.	x	x
FREN 1056	HU DC	French and Francophone Road Movies: From the "road trip" to economic migration, this course will explore how the road movie, a genre with roots in American culture, has been adapted by filmmakers in the contemporary French-speaking world. In Europe the road movie increasingly offers nuanced perspectives on contemporary France's position vis-Ã -vis its former colonies, a new "borderless" European Union and the rest of the World. Students will be introduced to the cinema and landscape of France and the Francophone world. The course also provides students with the basic critical tools necessary to understand and discuss cinema as an art form. Taught in English and open to all students.			x
FREN 1081	HU DC	France World Cultures, taught in English, is about the country of France and the French-speaking people that inhabit that country. The course is an opportunity to explore the nation, its culture, civilization and language using historical and contemporary texts about France and the French people.			x
FREN 1082	HU DC	Francophone World Cultures, taught in English, about the areas in the world where French is spoken (outside of France). The course explores the Francophone world as a contemporary political and cultural influence and as an historical force, using historical and contemporary texts about the Francophone world.			x
FREN 1083	HU DC	French Revolution examines the French Revolution as central to the development of French identity. Students study the basic themes, events, concepts, and interpretations of French modernization through the lens of the Revolution of 1789 and its subsequent impact upon France and the world.			x
FREN 1085	HU DC	French Civilization I explores the narrative of Western Civilization through a presentation of French tradition from pre-history to the Age of Enlightenment. The course will examine events and leading figures that helped establish France as a political and cultural super power in Europe. French Civilization I will cover France's cultural impact on its European neighbors and the world with an emphasis on its contributions to literature, arts, architecture, and philosophy.			x
FREN 1086	HU DC	French Civilization II continues the exploration of the narrative of Western Civilization by surveying the course of French culture and history from the French Revolution to present time. The course will examine France's contributions to the arts, literature, architecture, and philosophy and investigate how world events and conflicts in France herself have re-shaped the course of French civilization.			x
FREN 1087	HU DC	French Cuisine will explore the culture and identity of France and francophone countries through their culinary history. By reading and studying a wide array of documents about the gastronomy of French-speaking countries, students will gain a deep knowledge and understanding of cultural identity. This course will be taught in English.			x
FREN 2015	HU DC	French Composition and Conversation I is the first in a two-course sequence of second year French. In this course students develop and expand on basic linguistic forms and functions. First year skills are deepened and applied to the development of conversation and composition in French in order to develop communicative competence. The cultural component of this course is treated in an increasingly sophisticated way through student exploration in writing as well as through oral performance. Prerequisite: FREN 1002 or FREN 1014	x	x
FREN 2016	HU DC	French Composition and Conversation II is the second in a two-course sequence of second year French. In this course students build on their knowledge and use of previously learned linguistic forms and functions. Students advance in their comprehension, reading, writing, and oral production skills. Activities, readings, and writing assignments become more elaborate. Compositions become longer and oral presentations become more specific and formal. The cultural component of this course is treated in an increasingly sophisticated way through student analysis in writing as well as through oral performance. Prerequisite: FREN 1002 or FREN 1014	x	x
FREN 3001	HU DC	French Grammar and Composition is aimed at intermediate French students and is intended to broaden students' knowledge of French and Francophone culture as well as teach and develop grammar and vocabulary necessary for good writing in French. Prerequisite: FREN 2016 Required for both the French major and minor.	x
FREN 3002	HU DC	Speaking in French about France/Francophone Culture is aimed at intermediate French students and is intended to broaden students' knowledge of French and Francophone culture as well as teach and develop vocabulary and pronunciation necessary for good oral communication. Prerequisite: FREN 2016 Required for the French major.		x
FREN 3011		French Phonetics: Fundamental linguistic analysis of French sounds, intonation patterns, linking of words, and levels of speech. French Phonetics prepares students to effectively interact with French and Francophone speakers and develop proficiency in French conversation and playful uses of language.			x
FREN 3021	HU DC	Business French I is the first part of a two-part sequence. This course provides a foundation and practice in language skills and vocabulary needed to conduct business in the French world. An overview of basic business and cultural concepts including political, economic, social and cultural factors which affect business in the French speaking world will be explored. Students will produce and edit business documents such as letters, job applications, formal reports, etc. Required for the Business French Certificate	x
FREN 3022	HU DC	Business French II is the second course in a two-part sequence. Business French II continues to provide a foundation and practice in language skills and vocabulary needed to conduct business in the French world. In addition to an overview of basic business and cultural concepts, this course will explore French for managing and investing money and conducting business affairs. Vocabulary used in publicity, stock exchange, and insurance and investment business will be emphasized. Required for the Business French Certificate		x
FREN 3031		French Culture Through Film Introduces students to contemporary French cinema and theories of film studies. Students will view, review, and discuss modern French and francophone films. Taught in French.	x
FREN 3032		Paris The City from Gothic to Modern Times: The city of Paris, the "City of Light," is perhaps the most well-known city in the world. Why are people attracted to Paris? Where does the reputation of Paris come from? In this course, students have the opportunity to explore the city of Paris using historical and literary sources and contemporary media. Students will develop insights into physical and cultural development of the city and the nature of travel to a city such as Paris. Students are exposed to the tools necessary to explore the city in person or from afar. Students will also view films with Paris as both setting and subject. Taught in English.			x
FREN 3033		Montreal: A seminar, taught in English, that explores Montreal, Quebec, Canada, the second largest French speaking city in the world. This course will be an interdisciplinary study of the art, literature, architecture, and culture of Montreal.			x
FREN 3034		Africa in Pictures and Film: How has North and West Africa been depicted from the 1830s (when Algiers under the Ottoman Empire's rule was conquered by the royal French navy) to nowadays? After we analyze representations used to promote colonialism (i.e., drawings, photographs), we analyze documentaries, and movies made by African filmmakers (SembÃÂ¨ne, MambÃÂ©ty, CissÃÂ©, Ouedraogo, Sissoko, KaborÃÂ©, Teno, Allouache, Raja Amari, Djebar, Boucharef, Amaouche. Taught in English.			x
FREN 3041		Introduction to French Literature provides a panoramic examination of the most representative literary movements and styles of French and Francophone literature. This course also introduces students to basic techniques of literary analysis, while covering a broad range of historical periods and major genres. Required for both the French major and minor.	x
FREN 3042		Modern French Literature introduces the students to 19th - and 20th -century French authors through readings around a theme, with attention to the authors' vocabulary, style, and place in world literature.		x
FREN 3043		Medieval-Renaissance French Literature introduces students to French texts from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, including poetry, epic poetry, tales and historical documents. Literature that is a part of French and world history and tradition is read closely and analyzed.			x
FREN 3044		Survey of 17th and 18th Century French Literature is a survey of 17th - and 18th -century French literature. Students will read a selection of canonical works from the period, examine their context, and practice techniques of close reading and literary analysis.			x
FREN 3081		France Today, conducted in French, is an introduction to the culture of contemporary France. It examines the persistence of "Frenchness," the result of state-coordinated institutional, social, and political policies since the 19th century.			x
FREN 3082		Francophone World will explore various French-speaking countries, including French-speaking Africa. Many aspects of Francophone cultures, including art, music, cooking, cinema, health, history, economy, politics, and literature will be examined. This course is taught in French.			x
FREN 3083		Francophone Culture: Caribbean will explore various French-speaking Caribbean countries. Many aspects of Caribbean cultures will be examined, including colonialism, slavery, post-colonialism, economic dependency, migration, racial tensions, gender inequalities, and cultural hybridity, as well as art, literature, music, etc.			x
FREN 3084		Francophone Culture: Canada will deal with French-speaking Canada, a continental culture alive in North America. Many aspects of the French heritage and Quebec culture will be examined, including art, music, cooking, cinema, health, history, economy, politics, and literature.			x
FREN 3085		Francophone Cultures: Africa will explore various French-speaking countries on the African continent. Many aspects of African cultures will be examined, including art, music, cooking, cinema, health, history, economy, politics, and literature. Students will discover the multiple facets of African Francophone cultures. Taught in French.			x
FREN 4001		Advanced French Grammar and Composition is designed to help students improve their written French and understanding of French grammar. Among other things, the class will study grammar, stylistics, and strategies for using bilingual dictionaries, but the emphasis of the course will be on how to write well in various "genres" - description, arguments, narrative, et cetera. Required for the French major.	x
FREN 4002		Advanced French Conversation aims to help students improve French speaking and communicative skills by exposing them to new vocabulary, contemporary issues and debates in France and Francophone countries, and a variety of written and oral materials. In this course, which is conducted entirely in French, students learn to communicate and exchange ideas in a "real" French immersion context.			x
FREN 4008		French - English Translation is designed to help students improve their French, master the ability to translate effectively between French and English, and gain an appreciation of the complexity of translation in general. The focus of the class is written translation rather than "real-time" oral translation. Knowledge of both French and English is required.			x
FREN 4029		Queer Francophone Literature and Culture will focus on a wide array of 20th- and 21st-century Francophone texts and films that feature "queer" themes and protagonists. One important objective of this course is to explore how issues of sexuality and sexual orientation have prominently figured in Francophone literature and culture from various parts of the world such as Europe, Canada, Africa, and the Caribbean. Another related objective is to examine how the treatment of such issues by writers and filmmakers has fostered a specific aesthetics that has significantly shaped and influenced Francophone literature and cinema. Students will be expected to read texts and watch movies, to do in class-presentations, to write reflective papers, and to produce a final research paper. This course is taught in English.			x
FREN 4034		Topics in French and Francophone Cinema - This is an advanced seminar on rotating topics based on the study of film from France and the French-speaking world. The course will focus on different topics related to film genres or movements or be organized around a thematic or geographic approach. Each seminar will engage with film as an art form and as a way to approach selected cultural issues and may compare film to other media. Students will complete a research project that will be presented in written and/or multimedia form that combines their interests with the topic of the seminar. The course will be taught in French. Rotating topics include Quebec Cinema, Global Francophone Film, French Film and TV.
FREN 4041		Topics in French Literature and Culture An intensive study of a selected topic in French literature and culture. An introduction to the topic, its theoretical implications, and the most important representations will be provided. Several important literary and cultural artifacts will be studied in detail and will be analyzed from the point of view of the topic under study. This course is repeatable; the topic changes with each offering.			x
FREN 4042		Topics in Francophone Literature and Culture offer an intensive study of a selected topic in Francophone literature and culture. An introduction to the topic, its theoretical implications, and the most important representations will be provided. Several important literary and cultural artifacts will be studied in detail and will be analyzed from the point of view of the topic under study.			x
FREN 5001		French Capstone is the final component of the General Education Requirement. It allows the student to explore a topic of interest and demonstrate a synthesis of knowledge and skills acquired in the study of French. The capstone, while having a writing component, can have a varied format including performance and/or art. The student develops the project in consultation with a faculty mentor, after receiving prior approval of the faculty advisor and the Undergraduate Director. Required of all French majors.	x	x
FREN 5011		Independent Study in French is guided individual research or study and readings on a topic pre-arranged with a professor and approved by the director of undergraduate studies.	x	x

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