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French Majors & Minor

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The Major in French

Students who choose to major in French are expected to achieve advanced proficiency in oral and written French and to demonstrate a general understanding of the history of French and francophone literatures and cultures.

No more than 6 credit hours of AP or IB credit may count toward the 30 credit hours required for the major (3 credit hours for 2501W and 3 credit hours of “no equivalent” credit). All majors are strongly urged to study abroad for a semester or a year. Majors should consult their advisers about their choice of courses each semester.

Requirements

Required Courses – 9 credit hours (three courses)

  • FREN 2501W, 3101, and 3102

Communications – 6 credit hours (two courses)

  • FREN 2611, 2614, 2891, 3111, 3112, 3113, 3892

Literatures and Cultures – 15 credit hours (five courses)

  • FREN 3185W, 3222, 3224, 3230, 3232, 3233, 3234, 3332, 3620, 3621, 3622, 3634, 3730, 3881, 3891, 4023, 4025, 4027, 4029, 4222, 4232, 4234, 4320, 4430, 4432

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The Major in French and European Studies

This interdisciplinary major requires a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework. Students are strongly encouraged to spend a semester in a French study abroad program. This degree will not be offered beginning Fall 2025.

Requirements

French – 24 credit hours

  • French Language, Literature, and Culture (9 credit hours): FREN: 2501W, 3101, 3102
  • Communications (3 credit hours): FREN 2611, 2614, 2891, 3111, 3112, 3113, or 3892
  • Literatures and Cultures (6 credit hours): 3185W, 3224, 3230, 3232, 3234, 3620, 3621, 3622, 3634, 3730, 3881, 3891, 4023, 4027, 4029, 4222, 4232, 4234, 4320, 4430, 4432

European Studies – 12 credit hours

  • European studies core courses (3 credit hours): EUS 2201, 2203
  • Courses in EUS or alternative topical courses as approved by major adviser (6 credit hours)

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The Minor in French

The minor in French requires 18 credit hours of 2000-level or higher-level course work, including FREN 2501W, 3101, and 3102. All minors are expected to consult their advisers about their choice of courses. No course taught in English may count toward the minor. Students are encouraged to participate in a French study abroad program.

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Declaring a Major or Minor

Complete the Major/Minor Declaration form. See the Major/Minor Declaration User Guide for more information.

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