French Requirements (BA/BS)

Major Requirements 1
FRENCH 340CONTEMPORARY FRENCH SOCIETY3
or FRENCH 350 FRENCH CIVILIZATION
Select an additional 23 units of FRENCH beyond FRENCH 25223
Total Units26
Writing Proficiency
ENGLISH 370ADVANCED COMPOSITION3
1

An approved minor is required for this major.

First Year
FallUnitsSpringUnits
ENGLISH 1013ENGLISH 1023
CORE 140 or 1203MATH 1393
FRENCH 1414FRENCH 1424
General Education Elective3CORE 1303
INTRAUNV 1041PEGNRL 1921
 14 14
Second Year
FallUnitsSpringUnits
FRENCH 2514FRENCH 2524
CORE 1103COMM 1103
U.S. Racial/Ethnic Diversity Course3BA 300/400 Level Breadth Requirement Course3
University Requirement GN/GQ Course3Minor Course3
Minor Course3Minor Course3
 16 16
Third Year
FallUnitsSpringUnits
FRENCH 3213FRENCH 3223
300-Level French Elective3FRENCH 3403
CORE 3903FRENCH 3901
ENGLISH 3703University Requirement Lab Science (GL) Course4-5
Minor Course3Minor Course3
 15 14-15
Fourth Year
FallUnitsSpringUnits
400-Level French Literature Course3French Elective3
400-Level French Literature Course3FRENCH 3901
French Elective3Minor Course 3
Minor Course3Electives To Reach 120 (If Needed)5-9
Minor Course3 
 15 12-16
Total Units: 116-121

The curriculum in the French major is flexible and allows students to move through the coursework in many ways. This four-year plan illustrates one possible path a new freshman could take to complete a degree in four years. This is not an official document and is not the only way that a French degree can be completed in four years. Current students should refer to their individual Academic Advising Report for specific graduation requirements. Courses in bold indicate major-based coursework that is completed in the first year.

Notes: The math and English courses you will take during your first year will depend on UW System placement exam scores. This four-year plan reflects the math and English courses most common for students in this major. All students are encouraged to complete placement testing prior to attending Warhawks SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration). Students with prior French language experience should complete the UW System placement test to determine appropriate placement in the major. This plan assumes no previous language experience in French. Students who begin the major in higher-level French courses have the opportunity to complete a double major, additional minor, or certificate programs within the 120 credits needed for graduation. Opportunities: La Société Française (French Club) is open to any student interested in French language and culture. 

Notes: A study abroad or travel study experience is strongly recommended for this program. UW-Whitewater has a partnership program with Aix-Marseille University in Aix-en-Provence, France where students have the opportunity to concentrate on mastery of the French language while experiencing the culture of Provençal France. Planning for this experience typically takes place in the sophomore year with the study abroad experience taking place in the junior year. Travel opportunities can be found through the Center for Global Education (http://www.uww.edu/international). In addition, faculty routinely organize and lead travel study courses that involve in-class learning during the semester followed by a short-term travel experience either in the US or abroad. Opportunities: Students in the French major may be interested in completing the Global Engagement certificate. To earn the Global Engagement Certificate, students must assemble a reflective portfolio as well as complete four globally-focused courses, achieve foreign language proficiency equivalent to four semesters at the college level, study/live abroad for six or more weeks, and attend six extra-curricular internationally focused experiences on campus.

Notes: The French major requires 17 credits of French courses beyond French 252, 6 credits of 400-level French literature courses, and French 340 or 350. While French 321 and 322 are not specifically required, those courses are strongly recommended and included on this plan. Opportunities: Undergraduate research is highly recommended for students who have an interest in attending graduate school in the future. Completing a directed research project with a faculty mentor has many benefits: it develops a student’s critical thinking and writing abilities, signals to graduate school programs that a student is prepared for independent research of their own, and it can provide a student with financial support since many undergraduate research opportunities are paid. An internship is not required for the French major but can be a great opportunity for practical experience. An internship is an experiential learning opportunity that provides students with hands-on experience in a potential career field, supervision and coaching from prospective employers, and the ability to learn professional norms and behaviors. In addition, completing an internship allows students to differentiate themselves in a competitive job market. Students should begin planning for an internship by the beginning of the junior year and can complete the internship in the junior or senior year.

Notes: All students must earn 120 credits to earn a bachelor’s degree and all requirements in this program can be completed in fewer than 120 credits. Most students have the opportunity to choose additional courses in the fourth year to expand skills, explore interests, or try something new. Opportunities: LSINDP 399: Career Information in Letters and Sciences is a 1-credit course that focuses on career and graduate school opportunities; identifying skills, strengths, and work values; creating effective job search materials; developing a networking strategy; and planning for a successful post-graduation transition. Planning for Graduation: Students are encouraged to apply for graduation one full semester prior to their intended graduation date. Information about commencement is on the Registrar’s Office website (http://www.uww.edu/registrar/graduation) and the application for graduation is available to students in the WINS Student Information System.