The Specifics

Major in French

In order to major in French, you must take 27 hours in French above FREN 102 or 151. These courses include FREN 201-202 (to be taken during your sophomore year), 301-302, 333, 391, 410 and at least one 400-level literature course. Although French courses taken in a study abroad program may count toward these 27 hours, at least two courses (FREN 333 and one 400-level literature course) must be taken on campus at Presbyterian College.

 

Minor in French

If you want to minor in French, you must take 18 hours in French above FREN 102 (or 151) are required for the minor.

 

Study Abroad

To truly become immersed in French culture, it is recommended that you spend one semester or your junior year abroad, in France, in association with Central College in Iowa. In order to do so, you must have taken two years of college French and must have at least a "B" average.

 

Course Descriptions

101-102. Introductory French (4 each sem)

A basic course designed to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills and an awareness of francophone culture. (101 Fall; 102 Spring)

151. Accelerated Introductory French (4)

An accelerated course for students with previous study of French. Continues the development of fundamental skills with an emphasis on speaking and comprehension. (Credit cannot be received for both 151 and 102.) (Fall)

201-202. Intermediate French (3 each sem) (Prereq: FREN 102 or 151 or placement test)

A study of French civilization with grammar review, pronunciation, and aural comprehension practice. (201 Fall; 202 Spring)

258. Special Topics (1-6). See page 37 in Book of Majors.

301-302. Advanced French Composition and Conversation (3 each sem) (Prereq: FREN 202 or placement test)

An advanced course designed to develop oral and written proficiency in French. Continues the acquisition of language skills through discussions, oral presentations, and essays based on readings about contemporary France. (301 Fall; 302 Spring)

333. Introduction to Literary Appreciation (3) (Prereq: FREN 202)

An introduction to the vocabulary and techniques of literary criticism and to the nature of the main literary movements. (Fall)

391. Advanced Grammar and Phonetics (3) (Prereq: 3 hrs at 300 level)

A study of French grammar, syntax, and phonetics designed to address the difficulties encountered by the advanced students seeking to perfect their mastery of the language. (Spring, alternate years)

398. Honors Research (3-6). See page 44.

Available for students during the junior and senior years with approval of the departmental faculty. Students with a 3.20 GPA in all courses and a 3.40 GPA in major courses who have taken at least one literature course in French on campus at PC may undertake an honors research program. Oral and written presentations of the results of the project will be required. Students who successfully complete the departmental honors research program will graduate with honors in the major discipline. (Fall or Spring, or Fall and Spring)

401. French Literature before 1600 (3) (Prereq: FREN 333)

A survey of French literature in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. (Alternate years)

402. Seventeenth Century French Literature (3) (Prereq: FREN 333)

An examination of French classicism and the relationship of literature to painting, architecture and music. (Alternate years)

403. Eighteenth Century French Literature (3) (Prereq: FREN 333)

The history of the Enlightenment in France through the works of Montesquieu, Voltaire, Diderot, Rousseau and Beaumarchais. (Alternate years)

404. Nineteenth Century French Literature (3) (Prereq: FREN 333)

A study of the major literary movements in France during the 19th century including romanticism, realism, symbolism, and naturalism. (Alternate years)

405. Contemporary French Drama and Poetry (3) (Prereq: FREN 333)

A survey of representative modern French poetry and theatre. (Alternate years)

406. French Novel: Twentieth Century (3) (Prereq: FREN 333)

A study of major authors and new developments in the novel during the 20th century. (Alternate years)

410. French Civilization (3) (Prereq: 3 hrs at 300 level)

A study of French civilization from prehistoric times to the present with emphasis on geography, history, social structure, and artistic contributions of the society. (Alternate years)

442. Directed Study in French (3-9). See page 36. (Open to French majors who have completed FREN 301-302, 333 and at least six additional hours beyond FREN 202)

Readings and research on a topic approved by the department.

444. Internships. See page 37.

446. Readings. See page 37.

448. Research. See page 37.

450. Seminar. See page 37.

452. Special Projects. See page 37.

458. Special Topics in French (1, 2, 3, 6). See page 37. (Prereq: FREN 202)

Directed independent studies in areas of French civilization or foreign language teaching methods on topics approved by the department.

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