COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Arts in French as a Second Language at the University of Regina includes a range of courses designed to build strong proficiency in French while developing cultural and linguistic understanding of the francophone world. Students begin with foundational courses such as FRN 185 (Initiation to French as a Second Language), which focuses on expanding vocabulary and grammatical structures beyond the beginner level while strengthening oral and written communication skills. This course also introduces students to francophone cultures, helping them develop cultural awareness alongside language learning. Another core course is FRN 236 (The Structure of Modern French), which examines how the French language works at multiple levels, including pronunciation, sound systems, word formation, sentence structure, and meaning. It also explores language variation, social and linguistic diversity, and intercultural communication. Students may also choose courses such as FRN 250AH (Understanding the Basics of Translation), which introduces the principles of translation and interpretation. This course provides practical experience through translation exercises using real-world materials such as social media content, songs, and games. Overall, these courses combine theoretical knowledge with practical application, helping students develop strong communication skills in French while gaining insight into translation, linguistics, and francophone culture. This prepares graduates for further study and careers requiring bilingual or intercultural competencies.