Students majoring in French will acquire proficiency in all phases of language and enter more deeply into the history, culture, and literature of Francophone countries. They will also gain knowledge of the linguistic development of the language throughout the centuries. French majors generally find employment in government work, librarianship, journalism, foreign trade, airlines, tourism, business, and teaching. Students choosing careers as teachers will find the close supervision and advanced methodology offered by the department a distinct asset.
Find more information in the undergraduate catalog: B.A. in French.
Program Requirements
Required Courses, 36 hrs
- FR 202 College French II, 3 hrs
- FR 254 Civilization of Modern France, 3 hrs
- FR 331 Intermediate French Conversation, 3 hrs
- FR 341 French Grammar, 3 hrs
- FR 353 Intermediate French Composition, 3 hrs
- FR 370 Introduction to French Literature, 3 hrs
- FR 373 French Civilization, 3 hrs
- FR 375 French Literature from Medieval through Seventeenth Century, 3 hrs
- FR 376 French Literature from Eighteenth through Twentieth Century, 3 hrs
- FR 441 Advanced French Grammar, 3 hrs
Controlled Electives
One course from the following list: FR 431, FR 432, FR 460, FR 462, FR 463
Free Electives
33–35 hrs
Total Degree Requirement
124 hrs
