COURSE CURRICULUM

The curriculum includes foundational courses in French grammar, composition, and conversation. Advanced courses cover topics such as French linguistics, literary analysis, Francophone cultures, and contemporary issues. Students can choose electives in areas like film studies, gender studies, and postcolonial literature. The program requires completion of core language proficiency courses, literature surveys from medieval to modern periods, and specialized seminars. Capstone projects or theses are optional for honors students. Practical components may include language labs, oral presentations, and research papers. The structure allows for minors or double majors in related fields.