Program Description
The French minor is designed for students who wish to prepare for a career in teaching or for one in which a background in French language and culture is essential. By completing the Minor, the student is prepared to pursue a career where French is required or can be helpful for the job. Students with a French minor can teach lower French classes in High school if they teach another language. It can be helpful also for students who are seeking jobs at companies like Air France, top hotels or international organizations where some French language level is required.
Program Requirements
A. General Minor
1. Language and Linguistics (9-10 units)
Select three courses from the following:
- FREN 102 Elementary French II (4)
- FREN 200 Beginning French Conversation (3)
- FREN 204 Review of French Grammar (3)
- FREN 208 Intermediate French Reading and Writing (3)
2. Culture and Civilization (9 units)
Select three courses from the following:
- FREN 305 French Pronunciation and Diction (3)
- FREN 306 Advanced Composition (3)
- FREN 315A Masterpieces of French Literature (3)
- FREN 315B Masterpieces of French Literature II (3)
- FREN 380 French Civilization (3)
- FREN 381 The Contemporary French World (3)
Total Units in the General Minor: 18-19
B. Minor in French for Business Majors
1. Lower Division Required Courses (9 units)
- FREN 200 Beginning French Conversation (3)
- FREN 204 Review of French Grammar (3)
- FREN 208 Intermediate French Reading and Writing (3)
2. Upper Division Required Courses (15 units)
- FREN 300 Advanced French Conversation (3)
- FREN 306 Advanced Composition (3)
- FREN 312 Readings in French for Business (3)
- FREN 313 Beginning Commercial Correspondence (3)
- FREN 381 The Contemporary French World (3)