Course Descriptions

This course is for absolute beginners and those who do not have Grade 11 French or the equivalent. It provides an intensive introduction to the French language, enhanced by computer practice, and an introduction to francophone culture. It aims to develop proficiency in all areas of communication: listening, reading, speaking, and writing. With FREN 101, it constitutes Grade 11 French.

This course is designed to develop a solid beginner proficiency in all areas of communication (speaking, listening, reading and writing) and to acquaint students with cultures of the French-speaking world. Together with FREN 100, it covers high school French Grades 8, 9, 10 and 11.

FREN 120 together with FREN 121 constitutes Grade 12 French. The comprehensive approach to this course consists of instruction in basic grammar and the development of students' speaking, understanding and writing skills. Computer and conversation practice are included as is familiarization of francophone culture.

This course, together with FREN 120, constitutes Grade 12 French. A continuation of FREN 120, this course is designed to give a limited fluency in speaking and reading as well as writing skills.

This course further develops listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in French in a low-stress, dynamic classroom. It assumes a beginner knowledge of French and will bring students close to an intermediate level as it consolidates previously acquired language skills. This course will also increase students' awareness of Francophone cultures in relation to their own.

This course should be taken after Grade 12 core French. It continues the linguistic development of the student by means of grammar revision, weekly written and oral exercises, compositions and appreciation of francophone culture and literature. Students who have studied French Immersion for seven years or more, or students with native-like speaking ability in French, should register in FREN 270/271 or FREN 215 instead. Please note that FREN 204 and FREN 205 can be taken in any order.

This course should be taken after Grade 12 core French. It continues the linguistic development of the student by means of grammar revision, weekly written and oral exercises, compositions and appreciation of francophone culture and literature. FREN 205 and 204 address different linguistic skills and can be taken in any order; however, after having taken both, students should be at the intermediate French level.

This course is designed to help the students develop their ability to communicate more accurately orally in French. In class exercises will include: theatre, tongue-twisters, role plays, a cultural journal, discussions, presentations, listening exercises, vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, and the study of songs, interviews and film clips.

This course introduces students to techniques for clear and effective writing in multiple genres. Readings from contemporary Francophone authors are used to illustrate best practices. Students will develop their knowledge of grammar and vocabulary while learning techniques for self-editing, description, narration and persuasion.

This advanced course is an introduction to a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts by francophone authors. It offers a review of French grammar aimed at developing writing skills through practice in composition, translation, and grammar exercises. Various media will enhance students' awareness of francophone culture. FREN 270 and 271 address different linguistic skills and can be taken in any order; however, after having taken both, students should be at the advanced level.

This advanced course is an introduction to a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts with an emphasis on francophone authors outside France. It offers a review of French grammar aimed at developing writing skills through practice in composition, translation, and exercises. Various media will enhance students' awareness of francophone culture. FREN 270 and 271 address different linguistic skills and can be taken in any order; however, after having taken both, students should be at the advanced level.

This course examines the history and development of French cinema from the first films of Lumière brothers in 1895 to contemporary French filmmakers. Using a chronological and thematic framework, the course will analyze films from the major directors and movements of French filmaking.

This course examines Quebec literature and culture through the study of literary texts, cinema, and other art forms. Emphasis will be placed on situating these texts within the historical development of Quebec society, culture, and politics. This course will be taught entirely in French.