This two-semester sequence is an introduction to the French language for students with no or limited previous study of the language. The focus is on developing language proficiency in all four skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The sequence also introduces students to French and Francophone cultures. Strongly recommended for study abroad in Morocco. Students who have earned high school credits in French enroll in this sequence on the basis of a placement exam.

This two-semester sequence is an introduction to the French language for students with no or limited previous study of the language. The focus is on developing language proficiency in all four skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The sequence also introduces students to French and Francophone cultures. Strongly recommended for study abroad in Morocco. Students who have earned high school credits in French enroll in this sequence on the basis of a placement exam.

This two-semester sequence is designed to develop an intermediate-level proficiency in French focusing on all four skills: speaking, reading, listening, and writing. Emphasis is also placed on French and Francophone cultures. Students enroll in this sequence on the basis of a placement exam.

This two-semester sequence is designed to develop an intermediate-level proficiency in French focusing on all four skills: speaking, reading, listening, and writing. Emphasis is also placed on French and Francophone cultures. Students enroll in this sequence on the basis of a placement exam. MLFR 111 is required for study abroad in Angers, France for students applying after completing MLFR 101 and MLFR 102.

Designed to continue the development of the four skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. This course will combine language practice with a content focused on contemporary social and cultural issues within France and the Francophone world, with a particular focus on Africa and Asia. Prerequisites:MLFR 111, 112, or equivalent or permission of the department.

Building on and continuing the development of the four skills—speaking listening, reading, and writing, this course will combine language practice with a content focused on contemporary social and cultural issues within France and the Francophone world, with a particular focus on North America and the Caribbean. Prerequisites:MLFR 111, 112, or equivalent or permission of the department.

Designed to develop the student’s writing skills through the practice of writing as process and the study of French structure and vocabulary. Various themes, styles, and types of composition are considered. May be repeated once for credit if taken during study abroad. Prerequisites:MLFR 111, 112, or equivalent or permission of the department.

Designed to develop the accuracy and fluency of the student’s spoken French. May be repeated once for credit if taken during study abroad. Prerequisites:MLFR 111, 112, or equivalent or permission of the department.

This course provides an overview of French and Francophone cinema. Through readings and film screenings, students will learn about major French and Francophone filmmakers. In addition, student will acquire the vocabulary and language skills to discuss cinema. Prerequisites:MLFR 111, 112, or equivalent or permission of the department.

French cultural identity and contemporary social and economic issues, particularly those connected to its former colonies, are studied through a variety of texts, films, and web-based media sources. Prerequisites:MLFR 111, 112, or equivalent or permission of the department.

Provides qualified advanced students with an opportunity for independent study and research. May be repeated for credit with a different topic.

Provides qualified advanced students with an opportunity for independent study and research. May be repeated for credit with a different topic.