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B.A. Degree with a Major in French
A major in French is achieved by the completion of the following
requirements, in addition to the General Education and electives
required for a degree:
Required Core Courses—A
minimum of seven (7) FRN course credits beyond FRN 103
Required Collateral Courses—ENG
387 and another foreign language through the 103 level
Exploring the Major—Students interested in French as a major
should complete or waive FRN 101 and FRN 102 during their first
year. Those who have had previous experience with French should
contact the faculty in French for a waiver interview, which will
determine their appropriate entry-level course. Also helpful would
be early enrollment in FRN 140, which is taught in English and
may be taken at the same term as introductory and intermediate
courses. Students also should begin taking courses in another foreign
language during their second year.
Admission to the Major—To
be admitted to this major, students must complete FRN 103 or a
higher-level course taught in French with a grade of C or higher.
Course
Sequencing Considerations (in order to complete degree requirements
within eight terms)—Whether starting with FRN 101 or at a
higher level, prospective French majors should begin taking FRN
courses as soon as possible. Students interested in a major in
French should complete or waive FRN 101 and FRN 102 during their
first year. Unless waived, all introductory and intermediate courses
(FRN 101, 102, 103) must be taken in sequence. After completion
of FRN 103, students may take FRN 300, FRN 310, and courses beyond
FRN 310 in any order. Majors usually study abroad during their
third year or during the Fall Term of their fourth year.
Proficiency
Requirements for Retention in and Completion of the Major—A
grade of C or higher in each required French course and in each
collateral course is required for continuation in the major. Majors
must meet all departmental requirements, including a B average
(3.0 GPA) in French, in order to receive financial support from
the Department to study abroad. In addition to specified course
requirements, each student must satisfy departmental standards
for written and oral communication.
Other Considerations or Recommendations—Acceptance
into the major neither requires nor guarantees a term abroad. Nevertheless,
French majors strongly are encouraged to study abroad during a
Spring or Fall term in a French-speaking culture program approved
by the Department, which advises students in selecting the proper
program and applying for scholarships. A significant number of
French graduates have experienced the many advantages of combining
a major in a language with a variety of other majors. Students
considering combining a French major with a major or minor in another
subject should plan how they will meet the requirements for the
other major or minor while still spending a Spring or Fall term
studying abroad.
Curriculum Guide
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