BA in French
The BA in French Studies is designed for students who want to know more about French civilization and who are interested in professions such as medicine, law, teaching, and journalism, as well as those wishing to pursue graduate studies in French. The program also complements such majors as Communications, English, French, History, Music, Nursing, and Social Work. It requires a minimum of 36 credits. These include FREN 401 or 402, 420 or 430, and 445. All majors are required to attend a full academic year at the Adventist Colleges Abroad program at the Centre Universitaire et Pédagogique du Saléve, Collonges, France. This requirement may be waived for native speakers or candidates who have spent an extended period of time in a French speaking country.
Major - 36
| FREN 171 | Elementary French I | 3 credits |
| FREN 172 | Elementary French II | 3 credits |
| FREN 255 | French Culture & Cuisine | 3 credits (or ACA equivalent) |
| FREN 275 | Intermediate French (with lab) | 4 credits (or ACA equivalent) |
| FREN 401 | Fundamentals of Translation | 3 credits |
| FREN 415 | Advanced French Communication | 3 credits |
| FREN 430 | Contemporary French Culture and Society | 3 credits |
| FREN 445 | French Literature and Film | 3 credits |
Electives
French major electives selected in consultation with an advisor from FREN/ILGS courses to fulfill the minimum of 36 credits.*All majors are required to attend a full academic year at the Adventist Colleges Abroad (ACA) program at the Centre Universitaire et Pédagogique du Saléve, Collonges, France. This requirement may be waived for native speakers or candidates who have spent an extended period of time in a French speaking country.
Additional Requirement
- Phone: 269-471-6539
- Email: inls@andrews.edu