The French minor is designed to provide students with two essential components of a well-rounded education in French. First, students improve their knowledge of the language itself through conversation, composition, and advanced grammar. They are also introduced to the basics of translation. Second, with survey courses in literature and civilization, they will learn about the cultural aspect of learning a foreign language.
A French minor is perfect for students who know enough French (or have completed the basic language courses) and want to keep on practicing it. In an era of global economy and from a professional point of view, this constitutes the ideal complement to any specialty, as proficiency or fluency in a foreign language will open many doors in all kinds of careers worldwide.
Degree Requirements (Catalog Year 2012-2013)
In addition to meeting the following requirements for this degree, students must meet the university requirements for all minors.
Students pursuing this minor must complete 18 credits beyond FREN 250 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of 2.00 in each course.
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One advanced language course (6 credits): FREN 309
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Two courses (6 credits) in literature and civilization chosen from: FREN 340, 370, 371
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Two elective courses (6 credits) in FREN at the 300 level or above
FREN 325 and 329 cannot be used to fulfill this requirement. Students choose electives in consultation with an advisor. These courses must be conducted in French.
Total: 18 Credits
Requirements may be different for earlier catalog years. See the University Catalog archives.