World Languages department
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Prerequisite for courses numbered above 300: FREN 300 or consent of the instructor.
lower division
FREN 101 French I (4)
A beginning course in the study of the language and culture of French-speaking peoples through the use of audio/video tapes, computer software, and/or drills. Designed for students who have never studied French. There is a language lab requirement for this course. P rerequisite: French placement test score under 150/500.
FREN 201 French III (4)
A first-level intermediate course in the study of the language and culture of French-speaking peoples with emphasis on conversation, composition, vocabulary building, and culture-based discussions. There is a language lab requirement for this course.
Prerequisite: French placement test score between 401-475/540-609 or a “C” grade in FREN 103.
FREN 299 Directed Study (1-4)
a course that provides a flexible format in which to pursue further language acquisition and fluency through a variety of activities suited to the student's needs and goals.
upper division
language and culture
FREN 339 Advanced Language Proficiency (4)
Speaking, listening, and reading exercises that are designed to bring student with intermediate competencies to an advanced level of proficiency. Emphasis on comprehension and verbal fluency. May be repeated for additional credit to a maximum of 8 units.
Prerequisite: FREN 202 or 203 or consent of the instructor.may be repeated for additional credit to a maximum of 8 units.
FREN 425 Culture and Civilization (4)
a cultural perspective of French civilization from its origins to the present, its interrelationship with its neighboring countries, and its influence on Western society and culture.
FREN 499 Directed Study (1-4)
Involves in-depth independent research and writing in some area of language/culture or literature.
