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French Courses


Prerequisite/Corequisite Key

P = Course must be taken previously C = Course must be taken concurrently E = Course can be taken previously or concurrently
(RQ) = Required (RM) = Recommended  

FRNCH 101

Elementary French I

3 credit hours

This course is an introduction to the language for students who have had no previous study of French. The course places equal emphasis upon aural comprehension, oral expression, reading, writing and the grammatical structures of the language. Class features recitation, written exercises and reading of simple texts.

FRNCH 102

Elementary French II

3 credit hours

P: FRNCH-101 or placement

This course is a continuation of the study of French for students who have had one semester of language instruction or equivalent. Continued emphasis on aural comprehension, oral expression, reading and writing.

FRNCH 103

Intermediate French I

3 credit hours

P: FRNCH-102 or placement

This course is a continued development of vocabulary and idioms. Equal emphasis on both passive comprehension and active use of French in its spoken and written forms.

FRNCH 104

Intermediate French II

3 credit hours

P: FRNCH-103 or Placement

This course is a continued development of vocabulary and idioms. Equal emphasis on both passive comprehension and active use of French in its spoken and written forms.

FRNCH 231

Introduction to French Culture and Civilization I

3 credit hours

An introduction to the French culture and civilization both in France and in French-speaking countries around the world. In English.