Stephen F. Austin State University

131.

Elementary French I (FRE 1411) - Four semester hours, three hours lecture, two one-hour laboratory periods each week. Introductory study of French language and Francophone culture, with speaking, listening, reading and writing practice. Lab fee $10.

132.

Elementary French II (FRE 1412) - Four semester hours, three hours lecture, two one-hour laboratory periods per week. A continuation of FRE 131. Prerequisite: C or better in FRE 131 or equivalent. Lab fee $10.

231.

Intermediate French I (FRE 2311) - Continued development of oral expression and listening comprehension with increased emphasis on reading and writing skills. Prerequisite: C or better in FRE 132 or equivalent.

232.

Intermediate French II (FRE 2312) - Continuation of French 231. Prerequisite: C or better in FRE 231 or equivalent.

235.

French Conversation (FRE 2306) - Development of basic conversational functions (such as giving advice, eliciting and expressing opinions, and narrating events); conversational management skills (such as taking turns, asking for clarification, circumlocution); and understanding of different spoken registers of French. Prerequisite: FRE 231 or equivalent.

303.

Advanced Grammar and Composition - Development of the reading and composition skills necessary for advanced coursework in French. Prerequisite: FRE 232 or equivalent.

304.

Introduction to French Literature - Readings from each of the major literary genres including lyric poetry, theatre and narrative fiction. Prerequisite: FRE 232 or equivalent.

315.

Topics in French Film and Culture - Exploration of cultural themes such as childhood, family life, social marginality, crime and punishment, and war using French and Francophone film. May be repeated once for credit with change of topic. Prerequisite: FRE 232 and FRE 235 or equivalent.

330.

French Civilization - Study of contemporary French culture and of the historical origins of the institutions of modern French life, such as family, religion, government and education. Prerequisite: FRE 232 or equivalent.

335.

Advanced French Conversation - Development of speaking and listening skills aimed at a high level of oral proficiency, with emphasis on topics pertaining to French or Francophone culture. Prerequisites: FRE 235 or equivalent.

435.

Special Studies in French Language and Civilization - Variable topics including women and French society, Francophone Africa, the Enlightenment, the history of French cinema, French for teachers, business French, and translation. May be repeated once for credit with change of topic. Prerequisite: six hours of advanced French.

436.

Special Studies in French Literature - Seminar for advanced studies in French literature. Variable topics including Francophone literature of Africa and the Caribbean, women writers, the contemporary novel, issues in theatre, as well as studies in specific periods. May be repeated once for credit with change of topic. Prerequisite: six hours of advanced French.

475.

Advanced Independent Studies in French - Individual instruction, conference and research for advanced students. May be repeated for credit when topics change. By permission of department chair.

111.

Elementary Language Course I - Languages offered vary. Four semester hours, three hours lecture, two one-hour laboratory periods each week. May be repeated for credit with change of language. Lab fee $10.

112.

Elementary Language Course II - Languages offered vary. Four semester hours, three hours lecture, two one-hour laboratory periods each week. May be repeated for credit with change of language. Prerequisite: C in ILA 111 or equivalent. Lab fee $10.

315.

Special topics in foreign languages and cultures - Variable topics in foreign languages, cultures and literatures. May be taught in English. May be repeated once for credit with change of topic. Prerequisite: junior standing or consent of instructor.