Department of Modern Languages, Literature & Cultural Studies
FRCH 1003 - Elementary French Conversation I
A general introduction to French conversation for individuals with no previous formal study of French. This course does not apply toward the major or minor.
FRCH 1013 - Elementary French Conversation II
This course is the sequel to Elementary French Conversation I. The study of the sound system is continued and additional vocabulary and structures are introduced. This course does not apply toward the major or minor. Prerequisite(s): FRCH 1003.
FRCH 1114 - Elementary French I
This course is an introduction to French pronunciation, conversation, grammar, reading and composition. Credit may not be earned for both FRCH 1114 and FRCH 1243.
FRCH 1224 - Elementary French II
This course is a sequel to Elementary French I. Credit may not be earned for both FRCH 1224 and FRCH 1263. Prerequisite(s): FRCH 1114 or one year high school French.
FRCH 1243 - Basic French Reading Skills I
An intensive course in reading skills which includes necessary basic principles of pronunciation and grammar. This course is designed for students whose foreign language objective is the acquisition of a reading knowledge of French. May not be used to satisfy requirements for a French major or minor. Credit may not be earned for both FRCH 1114, FRCH 1243.
FRCH 1263 - Basic French Reading Skills II
Continuation of FRCH 1243. May not be used to satisfy requirements for a French major or minor. Credit may not be earned for both FRCH 1224 and FRCH 1263. Prerequisite(s): FRCH 1243.
FRCH 2000 - Topics In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
FRCH 2113 - Intermediate French I
This course presents a review of French grammar and application of grammatical principles through extensive composition. Prerequisite(s): FRCH 1114 and 1224.
FRCH 2223 - Intermediate French II
This course focuses on reading and discussion in French designed to expand vocabulary, facilitate oral expression and increase comprehension. Prerequisite(s): FRCH 1114, 1224 and 2113.
FRCH 3000 - Workshop In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 6 hours of workshop may be counted toward a bachelor's degree.
FRCH 3103 - Early French Culture And Civilization
A study of various aspects of French culture and civilization from the origins to the Renaissance. Prerequisite(s): 14 hours of French.
FRCH 3113 - Modern French Culture And Civilization
A study of the various aspects of French culture and civilization from the Renaissance to the present. Prerequisite(s): 14 hours of French.
FRCH 3213 - French Phonetics
A scientific investigation of the French sound system including its principal phonemes and allophones. Phonetic transcription is included. Prerequisite(s): 14 hours of French.
FRCH 3223 - Introduction To French Literature Analysis
A comprehensive introduction to methods of literary analysis including a broad spectrum of terminology, authors, genres, periods, and movements. The student will acquire skills in approaching texts from a critical perspective. Prerequisite(s): 14 hours of French including 2113, 2223.
FRCH 3313 - French Translation
This course introduces the strategies for translating short authentic texts from French to English and from English to French. Students will increase their knowledge of complex French grammatical constructions, improve their French vocabulary and gain fluency in expressing themselves in French. Prerequisite(s): FRCH 2113 and 2223.
FRCH 3812 - French Conversation/Total Immersion
This course gives students the opportunity to plan and participate in a total immersion experience during which they will communicate only in French. Students will improve their French vocabulary, will gain greater fluency in French and will increase their confidence in the use of French. Each immersion is constructed with a culturally thematic element so that students will become familiar with specific aspects of French or Francophone culture. Prerequisite(s): FRCH 2113, 2223.
FRCH 3990 - Advanced Topics In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Prerequisite(s): 14 hours of French.
FRCH 4113 - Advanced French Grammar
Intensive analysis of the structure and rules of French grammar with an emphasis on topics which pose particular complexities. Prerequisite(s): 17 hours of French.
FRCH 4123 - Survey French Literature To 1800
Prerequisite(s): 17 hours of French.
FRCH 4133 - Survey French Literature Since 1800
Prerequisite(s): 17 hours of French.
FRCH 4163 - Early French Drama
This course presents the major literary developments in French drama by movement, period, or author through the 18th century. Prerequisite(s): 17 hours of French.
FRCH 4173 - Modern French Drama
This course presents the major literary developments in French drama by movement, period, or author in the 19th and 20th centuries. Prerequisite(s): 17 hours of French.
FRCH 4183 - Early French Novel
This course presents the major literary developments in French novel by movement, period, or author through the 18th century. Prerequisite(s): 17 hours of French.
FRCH 4193 - Modern French Novel
This course presents the major literary developments in French novel by movement, period, or author through the 19th and 20th centuries. Prerequisite(s): 17 hours of French.
FRCH 4303 - Francophone Literatures
This course focuses on the historical and aesthetic evolution of one or more of the literatures of Quebec, the Maghreb, Francophone West Africa, and/or the Caribbean. Prerequisite(s): Seventeen hours of French.
FRCH 4900 - Practicum In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
FRCH 4910 - Seminar In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. May be repeated for additional credit with different course content. Prerequisite(s): 17 hours of French.
FRCH 4930 - Individual Study In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Written permission required.
FRCH 4940 - Field Study In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
FRCH 4950 - Internship In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours.
FRCH 4960 - Institute In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
FRCH 4970 - Study Tour In French
Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
FRCH 4980 - Workshop In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 6 hours of workshop may be counted toward a bachelor's degree.
FRCH 5000 - Workshop In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 2 hours of workshop may be counted on a master's degree.
FRCH 5203 - French Culture & Civilization
Prerequisite(s): 18 hours of French.
FRCH 5223 - Advanced French Grammar
Prerequisite(s): Eighteen hours of French.
FRCH 5303 - Francophone Literatures
This course focuses on the historical and aesthetic evolution of one or more of the literatures of Quebec, the Maghreb, Francophone West Africa, and/or the Caribbean. Prerequisite(s): 17 hours of French.
FRCH 5900 - Practicum In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
FRCH 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. rerequisite(s): 18 hours of French and permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit up to four hours with change in content.
FRCH 5930 - Individual Study
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. May be repeated for credit up to four hours with change in content.
FRCH 5950 - Internship In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Supervised practical experience gained in a professional field by an advanced or graduate student.
FRCH 5960 - Institute In French
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
FRCH 5970 - Study Tour
Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
FRCH 5990 - Thesis
Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.