French
Faculty
J. Secor, K. Taylor
Program Competencies
Students completing the French major will be expected to have the following competencies:
- Proficiency in the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
- Familiarity with the culture and civilization of France and other Francophone countries.
- Familiarity with the most significant works of French literature.
Additional competencies for Teacher Education Students:
Students who are seeking additional certification for teaching are expected to possess those competencies determined by the TEP.
Assessment Procedures
Listening and reading exams will be given at the intermediate level. An exit exam testing the four skills will be administered at the advanced level.
The French curriculum at MSU teaches the language, literature, cinema, and civilization of France in depth, and introduces the culture of the Francophone world. Through the study of French, students will develop an awareness of areas of thought and action different from their own.
A French major or minor can lead to employment opportunities in teaching, business, translating, and interpreting, as well as postgraduate study in law, diplomacy, and the humanities.
First-hand knowledge of the target culture is vital to high achievement in the French major. Through its membership in the Kentucky Institute for International Studies, MSU provides students access to several overseas study programs. Credits earned in KIIS automatically transfer to the MSU degree.
Note: French 202 or the equivalent is a prerequisite to all courses numbered 300 or above.
Bachelor of Arts
General Education
General Education Total |
36 |
Refer to the General Education section for a complete listing of general education requirements for the University.
Program Requirements
FRN 101 — Beginning French I |
3 |
FRN 102 — Beginning French II |
3 |
FRN 201 — Intermediate French |
3 |
FRN 202 — Conversation and Composition |
3 |
FRN 301 — Advanced Grammar and Composition |
3 |
FRN 302 — Advanced Phonetics and Conversation |
3 |
FRN 303 — Survey of French Literature I |
3 |
FRN 304 — Survey of French Literature II |
3 |
Electives above FRN 202 |
6 |
Program Requirements Total |
30 |
*Students with prior study of French should take the online placement test before enrolling for classes. Those who begin in a more advanced class will have the opportunity to earn credit by examination for the classes they do not need to take. Please consult the department for details.
Components of Degree Requirement
General Education |
36 |
Program Requirements |
30 |
Minor |
21 |
Free Electives |
33 |
Degree Requirement Total |
120 |
Minor
FRN 101 — Beginning French I |
3 |
FRN 102 — Beginning French II |
3 |
FRN 201 — Intermediate French |
3 |
FRN 202 — Conversation and Composition |
3 |
FRN 301 — Advanced Grammar and Composition |
3 |
*Electives above FRN 202 |
6 |
Total |
21 |