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Introduction

French studies in the University of Toronto provide varied and flexible approaches to one of the world’s major international languages and the diversity of cultures expressed in it.

The courses listed here fall into five main sequences: Literature, Linguistics, Translation, French as a Second Language, and French Culture. Through modular programming, students enjoy the freedom to concentrate or diversify their interests in these areas. The skills and knowledge acquired will lay the groundwork for careers in teaching, journalism, translation, publishing, and government service, as well as research in a variety of fields.

Literature (FRE). A new 100-level course initiates students into the riches of French literature. 200-level courses introduce students to serious literary analysis and present Québécois and French literature in their cultural and historical contexts. 300-level courses encompass the full range of major works of French and Québécois literature. 400-level courses raise questions about notions of literary tradition and mainstream methods of study: the scope of literature is stretched further back or ahead in time, further away in space from traditional centres (France and Québec) and away from dominant sensibilities (to include women’s voices and non-traditional modes of writing); and connections are made to other disciplines.

Linguistics (FRE). A new 100-level course introduces students to the study of grammatical concepts. 200-level courses initiate students into serious analysis of contemporary French and into the history of its development. 300-level courses break the discipline of linguistic analysis into its chief component parts and students may see how linguistics is applied to their own learning or future teaching. 400-level courses extend the study of the French language back in time or out from the idealized standard form; and connections are made to other disciplines.

Translation (FRE). Courses on French and English translation at the 300/400-level may be used in a Minor program that may be added to any other Minor, Major or Specialist program sponsored by the Department of French. Such courses are, however, not limited to students taking this program. Certification for this program should not be viewed as the equivalent to a professional diploma in translation but may stand students in good stead should they seek admission to such a program following graduation.

French as a Second Language (FSL). For most appropriate entry level in the sequence, see preamble to FSL section below. The FSL program is designed to accommodate the widest possible range of previous learning, special needs, and particular interests of students. Emphasis is given to both written and spoken language; at higher levels, half-courses allow for specialized study of one or the other. A placement test will allow incoming students to work at the most suitable level to develop their skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking French. For students in Major and Specialist French programs, emphasis is on precise academic writing and speech approximating as closely as possible that of native speakers. For students not in Major and Specialist French programs, emphasis is on listening and reading skills in varying social and cultural contexts and on the acquisition of vocabulary in specific domains.

French Cultural Studies(FCS). The Department of French also teaches courses on French and Francophone culture in English that will be of interest to students in other programs and has recently introduced a Minor program in French Cultural Studies. These courses may also be used to fulfil breadth requirements.

Recent Additions: The Department has recently established a new Major program in Second Language Learning which may be combined with a similar Major in Italian to produce a Combined Specialist program. The core course for this program is JFI 225Y which instructs students in the methodology of second-language acquisition and will be of particular interest to those planning a career in teaching. It will be taught alternately by instructors from the French and Italian departments.

Study Elsewhere. Completion of at least two courses in French including one at the 200-level may entitle students to participate in the Third Year Study Elsewhere Program at either Laval University in Québec, or in France. For these full-year programs information meetings will be held in Rm. 224, 50 St. Joseph Street, on October 11, 2000 for general programs in France; on October 18, 2000 for Nantes, France; and on October 25, 2000 for Laval University. Meetings will also be held on summer immersion courses in Quebec on January 22, 2001 and on summer programs in France on March 7, 2001. For further counselling on these programs, contact the Study Elsewhere Advisor at 926-2310.

Further Information. Students may receive counselling from the Academic Advisers in each of the College teaching centres, and from the departmental Undergraduate Brochure which contains more information about all the courses and programs listed below.

Counselling:

50 St. Joseph St., Rm. 226 (926-2333)

Enquiries:

50 St. Joseph St,. Rm. 210 (926-2302)

FRENCH PROGRAMS

Enrolment in all French programs requires the completion of four courses. No minimum GPA required.

NOTE: FSL181Y is the recommended first-year course for Specialist and Major programs in Language and Literature, and French Language and Linguistics; however, FSL161Y may be substituted with a minimum mark of 73%.

FRENCH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE (B.A.)
Students exempted from FSL 100-level courses may include FRE 140Y in place of FSL 181Y. (Students exempted from 200- and/or 300-level FSL courses may replace them with FRE courses of their choice.)

Specialist program (Hon.B.A.):
(11 full courses or their equivalent)
1. FSL 181Y/161Y (73% minimum required in FSL 161Y)
2. FRE 240Y
3. FRE 272Y/273Y
4. FSL 281Y, 381Y. Students with 77% in FSL 281Y may substitute 300/400-level FRE Linguistics courses for FSL 381Y.
5. Six additional FRE Literature courses including at least one course from each of Groups B, C and D. At least three of these courses must be at the 300/400-level, including two at the 400-level, and at least 1.0 from: FRE 320Y, 322Y, 324Y, 326Y, 444H, 445H.

Major program (B.A.):
(8 full courses or their equivalent)
1. FSL 181Y/161Y (73% minimum required in FSL 161Y)
2. FRE 240Y
3. FRE 272Y/273Y
4. FSL 281Y
5. Four additional FRE Literature courses including at least one half course from each of Groups B, C and D. At least two of these courses must be at the 300/400-level, including a half course at the 400-level.

Group B: FRE *304H, 320Y, 322Y, 359H, 365H, *404H, 419H, 420Y, *438H, *439H

Group C: FRE *304H, 324Y, 326Y, 360H, 364Y, 367H, 368H, *404H, 431H, *438H, *439H, 444H, 445H, 449H

Group D: FRE 210Y, *304H, 310H, 312H, 314H, 315H, 317H, *404H, 410H, 411H, 434H
*Please check the French Department Undergraduate Brochure to see which category these courses will fall into this year.

FRENCH LANGUAGE AND FRENCH LINGUISTICS (B.A.)
Students exempted from FSL 100-level courses will normally include FRE 172H and an additional 0.5 FRE linguistics course in place of FSL 181Y.

Specialist program (Hon.B.A.):
(10 full courses or their equivalent)
1. FSL 181Y/161Y (73% minimum required in FSL 161Y)
2. FRE 272Y
3. FRE 210Y/240Y
4. FSL 281Y, 381Y. Students with 77% in FSL 281Y may substitute 300/400-level FRE Literature courses for FSL 381Y.
5. Five additional FRE Linguistics courses. At least three of these courses must be at the 300/400-level, including one at the 400-level. FRE 375Y may be substituted for one of these five courses.

Major program (B.A.):
(7 full courses or their equivalent)
1. FSL 181Y/161Y (73% minimum required in FSL 161Y)
2. FRE 272Y
3. FRE 210Y/240Y
4. FSL 281Y
5. Three additional FRE Linguistics courses. At least two of these courses must be at the 300/400-level, including one half-course at the 400-level. FRE 375Y may be substituted for one of these three courses.

SECOND LANGUAGE LEARNING (FRENCH) (B.A.)

Major program:
(7 full courses or their equivalent)

First Year:
FSL181Y/161Y (73% minimum required in FSL 161Y)

Higher Years:

1. JFI 225Y, FRE 210Y/240Y, 272Y/273Y/277Y, FSL 281Y
2. Two additional FRE courses at the 300/400-level, including at least 1.0 from the following: FRE 384H/385H/406H

FRENCH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (B.A.)

Minor program:
(4 full courses or their equivalent)
1. FSL 161Y/181Y (Students exempted from 100-level FSL courses may substitute higher-level FSL courses of their choice)
2. One 200-level FSL course
3. One 300-level FSL course
4. One other FSL course or FRE 277Y/375Y. (FSL 121Y may be included if taken before FSL 161Y/181Y; FSL 163H may be included if taken before 200/300-level FSL courses)

FRENCH TRANSLATION (B.A.)

Minor program:
(4 full courses or their equivalent)
1. FRE 375Y
2. FRE 480Y, 481Y
3. An additional FRE course at the 200+level

FRENCH STUDIES (B.A.)

Minor program:
(4 full courses or their equivalent)
1. FRE 140Y/FSL 161Y/181Y
2. Three FRE courses at the 200+ level including one at the 300/400-level (students may substitute up to 1.0 FSL courses at the 100+level)

FRENCH CULTURAL STUDIES (B.A.)

Minor program:
(4 full courses or their equivalent)
Any four FCS full course equivalents including at least one course at the 300/400-level.
NOTE: For students meeting prerequisites set by other departments/programs, up to 1.5 courses from the following list may be substituted for FCS courses: FAH 275H, 313H, 318H, 335H, 365H, 378H, 400H, 401H, 403H, 404H, 406H; FRE 190Y, 250Y, 320Y, 322Y, 324Y, 326Y, 419H, 438H; HIS 349Y, 362Y, 388Y; JEF 100Y; VIC 312Y
NOTE: FCS courses are taught in English with reading and written assignments in English. No knowledge of French is required. However, students enroled in FCS courses who arrange to submit all written work and exams in French may petition the Department for credit towards Specialist or Major programs in French.

FRENCH MEDIA (B.A.)

Minor program:
(4 full courses or their equivalent)
1. FSL 161Y/181Y (required for enrolment in the program)
2. An additional 3.0 courses, including at least 2.0 from: FRE 206H, 335H(ERI), 406H, FSL 262Y of which at least one must be at the 300/400 level
NOTE: Students who arrange to submit all written work and exams in French may also include the following courses: FCS 296H, 310Y, 331H, 396H; INI 386H.
FRENCH — See also: DRAMA AND FRENCH; MODERN LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES; LINGUISTICS AND LANGUAGES