2018 Undergraduate Courses
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French Major | 2018

The major is available for students studying the Bachelor of Arts, or as a secondary major in the Bachelor of International Studies.

This major covers the study of French language, culture and society, including Francophone cultures outside France.

In our language and culture subjects we use a range of authentic resources and teaching methods to equip students with a high level of proficiency in the written and spoken French language. Student learning outcomes are aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

A major in French allows students to study French language, literature, and culture either as beginners or advanced learners. Students who enter the major at post-HSC (or advanced) level, will be exempted from some language subjects.

Major Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this major students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a broad understanding of the French language and grammar;
  2. Communicate in both spoken and written French at B2 Level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR);
  3. Comprehend spoken and written French at B2 level in the CEFR;
  4. Critically analyse and evaluate historical events and socio-cultural forces that have shaped modern France, its people and language.

Subjects Required for Major Study

Beginner Entry

A major in French for beginners or near beginners consists of at least 54 credit  points as outlined below.

Native speakers or students who have completed their compulsory education in a country where the language is spoken are ineligible to undertake Beginner 1 or Beginner 2 subjects in French and should begin their language studies at the Intermediate (or higher) levels.

Native speakers are encouraged to contact the French Program or Discipline Leader of Languages and Linguistics before enrolling.

Intermediate Entry -  Strong 2 Unit HSC pass or equivalent

Students who have achieved a strong 2 Unit HSC pass or equivalent will normally enter the language sequence at the level of FREN241, and complete a 48 credit point major comprising 18 credit points at 200 level and 30 credit points at 300 level, as set out below.

All students entering the French major at the level of FREN152 or above must obtain formal approval from the Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader.

Native or near-native speaker Entry

Native or near-native speakers, whose major also consists of 48 credit points, may be granted waivers for FREN241 and FREN242. Such waivers will be granted only at the time of first enrolment in French, in accordance with the Program's policy and with the formal approval of the French Program and the Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader. Replacement subjects to make up the 48 credit points for the major are to be chosen from the additional subjects listed below. Credit may be granted for language courses taken at university level in accordance with established University of Wollongong guidelines.

Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points
Core 
Beginner Entry
FREN151French for Beginners 16
FREN152French for Beginners 26
Intermediate Entry
FREN230The Making of France and the French Nation6
FREN241Intermediate French 16
FREN242Intermediate French 26
FREN341Advanced French 16
FREN342Advanced French 26
LANG370The Language Advantage (Capstone)6
Plus ONE from the following*:
FREN330France in the Twenty-first century6
LANG335Literature and Society in Renaissance Europe6
* Students commencing study at 200 level must take both FREN330 and LANG335

Study Abroad/ Exchange Subjects
The following are offered subject to availability. They do not count towards the major in French, but may be taken as electives.
Entry for Study Abroad/ Exchange subjects require the formal approval of the French Program or the Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader.

FREN217In country Language Study6
LANG380Language Study Abroad 26
LANG390Language Study Abroad 36
Electives
ELL 110Language as a Cultural Tool6
ELL 230Communication Across Cultures6
LANG364Advanced Studies in Language/Culture 16
LANG365Advanced Studies in Language/Culture 26
*Students who are interested more generally in how language and communication work may wish to take ELL 110 (Language in Social Life) or ELL 230 (Communication across cultures) or/and an ELL minor.

Timetables

Click on subject codes in the above course structure for information on sessions of offer for each subject.

To find out specific information on timetables, tutorials, and classes, visit the Timetable page.

Minor Study

A 24 credit point minor in French is available consisting of four sequential language subjects in French.

Information regarding minors, including which subjects to take to complete a minor, are available on the 2018 General Schedule of Minors page.

Minors appear on the transcript (i.e. academic record), but do not appear on the testamur. To have a minor study recorded on their transcript, students need to declare their minor study by submitting an Application to Declare or Change Intended Major/Minor.

Work Integrated Learning

Undertaking a work integrated learning (WIL) experience during your university education is now a significant contributor to being competitive in securing employment in your field of choice when you graduate from UOW.

The Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts internship program provides students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in their degree in a workplace setting.

Students are also encouraged to consider CRLP200 (6cp). CRLP200 includes a quality assured workplace internship or industry project to give you that competitive edge by developing your professional skills through authentic learning in a real world context. You will focus on your career goals and receive career direction guidance, strengthen your resume and gain skills to navigate the rapidly changing world of work, develop your communication skills and begin to build a professional network.

Diploma in Languages

Students who wish to undertake a Diploma concurrently with their Bachelors Degree course should refer to the Diploma in Languages for further information.

Honours

See Bachelor of Arts (Honours).

Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the UOW Course Finder.

Other Information

For further information email: lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au

Last reviewed: 7 February, 2018