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EUROPEAN STUDIES - FRENCH DEGREES
European Studies Major: French Program
French Minor
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:

EUR 1110 | EUR 3100 | EUR 3500 | EUR 4254 | EUR 4899 | FRE 1101 | FRE 1102 | FRE 1103 | FRE 2100 | FRE 2101 | FRE 2102 | FRE 2103 | FRE 3100 | FRE 3105 | FRE 3205 | FRE 3250 | FRE 3260 | FRE 4460 | FRE 4461 | FRE 4920 | FRE 4930 | FRE 4940 | LIN 2100 | VIEW ALL

EUR 1110: () Offerings
Introduction to the culture of Europe through literature; themes of family, community, heroism, beliefs and values, and women's roles will be examined chronologically from the classical to the modern periods.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
EUR 3100: () Offerings
Provides a brief survey of major periods in European art and architecture beginning with significant works from the Greco-Roman period and progressing through the 20th century. It is specifically oriented toward students intending to travel in Europe.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division
EUR 3500: () Offerings
Prerequisite: EUR 3000. Offered in Europe. Provides a cultural investigation of Europe and an on-site practicum. This course examines contemporary Europe as part of the European Quarter abroad, with special attention to a Christian perspective on the historical growth of European cultures. The language skills acquired by students are demonstrated in intensive programs of living and travel.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B, Upper-Division
EUR 4254: () Offerings
Prerequisite: Working fluency in at least one language besides English. Theory and practice of translating, with attention to accuracy and nuances of style. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Upper-Division
EUR 4899: () Offerings
The heritage of Europe will be the framework within which contemporary European issues and personalities will be interpreted. A key component of the class is the research project that will relate to the student's language concentration and special interests. This course is designed to meet the requirements as a Senior Capstone course in European Studies.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
FRE 1101: () Offerings
Builds proficiency in the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in the French language. Investigates French culture and its relationship to the language.
Attributes:Foreign Language Comp
FRE 1102: () Offerings
Prerequisite: FRE 1101 or permission of instructor. Builds proficiency in the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in the French language. Investigates French culture and its relationship to the language.
Attributes:Foreign Language Comp
FRE 1103: () Offerings
Prerequisite: FRE 1102 or permission of instructor. Builds proficiency in the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in the French language. Investigates French culture and its relationship to the language.
Attributes:Foreign Language Comp
FRE 2100: () Offerings
Intermediate French in France Study Abroad program or in European Quarter. May be repeated for credit up to 5 credits.
FRE 2101: () Offerings
Prerequisite: FRE 1103 or equivalent (i.e., three years of French in high school). Reviews French language structure; emphasizes progress toward communicative competence and growth in understanding and appreciating the cultures of the Francophone world; introduces French literature.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
FRE 2102: () Offerings
Prerequisite: FRE 1103 or 2101, or permission of instructor. Continues review of French language structure; emphasizes progress toward communicative competence and growth in understanding and appreciating the cultures of the Francophone world; introduces French literature.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
FRE 2103: () Offerings
Prerequisite: FRE 1103 or equivalent (i.e., three years of French in high school). Continues review of French language structure; emphasizes progress toward communicative competence and growth in understanding and appreciating the cultures of the Francophone world; introduces French literature.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
FRE 3100: () Offerings
Advanced French in France Study Abroad program or in European Quarter. May be repeated for credit up to 5 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division
FRE 3105: () Offerings
Focuses on writing as a process through compositions of various types (e.g., description, narration, summary, and review of books, movies, and plays). Uses French as the language for research, lecture, and discussion. Offered alternate years. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B, Upper-Division
FRE 3205: () Offerings
Considers themes in French literature illustrated in works chosen from different genres and periods. Taught in English but students specializing in the French program or working on a French minor will do some reading and writing assignments in French and attend one session per week conducted in French. Offered alternate years. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B, Upper-Division
FRE 3250: () Offerings
Considers how France views Europe and the world and its role therein. Directs special attention to the linguistic and cultural values inherent in French life and action. Uses French as the language for research, lecture, and discussion. Offered alternate years. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Upper-Division
FRE 3260: () Offerings
Explores painting, sculpture, architecture, music, and theatre in France with the intent of bringing out the interaction of these arts with each other, history, and language. Uses French as the language for research, lecture, and discussion. Offered alternate years. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Upper-Division
FRE 4460: () Offerings
Presents landmark works in French literature from the Middle Ages to the French Revolution. Includes consideration of genres, themes, and social/historical backgrounds of the selections studied. Uses French as the language for research, lecture, and discussion. Offered alternate years. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Upper-Division, Writing "W" Course
FRE 4461: () Offerings
Examines important works by French authors of the 19th and 20th centuries in the context of literary and philosophical movements. Pays close attention to the effect of historical events and cultural changes on the evolution of values. Uses French as the language of research, lecture, and discussion. Offered alternate years. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Upper-Division
FRE 4920: () Offerings
Independent Readings in French May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division
FRE 4930: () Offerings
For advanced students who wish to assist as discussion leaders and readers in 1000-level French classes. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division
FRE 4940: () Offerings
Applies the skills needed to communicate in French in varied employment settings. Students may suggest their own internships in consultation with the faculty supervisor as long as use of the target language is part of the employment situation and other internship criteria are met. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division
LIN 2100: () Offerings
Develops conceptual tools for understanding the nature and the processes of language: phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics. Personal and professional attitudes toward the world of language are reexamined. This course is also offered via distance learning. Please note that the distance learning version of this course is not eligible for financial aid nor is it part of the on-campus tuition plateau; full payment is required at the time of registration.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B, Media



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