French Requirements (BA/BS)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements 1 | ||
| FRENCH 340 | CONTEMPORARY FRENCH SOCIETY | 3 |
| or FRENCH 350 | FRENCH CIVILIZATION | |
| Select an additional 23 units of FRENCH beyond FRENCH 252 | 23 | |
| Total Units | 26 | |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Writing Proficiency | ||
| ENGLISH 370 | ADVANCED COMPOSITION | 3 |
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An approved minor is required for this major.
Four-Year Plan: This four-year plan outlines a suggested curricular path for new students aiming to earn a degree within in four years. Please note that this plan represents just one of many paths to degree completion.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| ENGLISH 1011 | 3 | ENGLISH 102 | 3 |
| CORE 140 or 120 | 3 | MATH 139 | 3 |
| FRENCH 1412 | 4 | FRENCH 142 | 4 |
| Elective (SBS-E or SBS-S) | 3 | CORE 130 | 3 |
| INTRAUNV 104 | 1 | PEGNRL 192 | 1 |
| 14 | 14 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| FRENCH 2513 | 4 | FRENCH 252 | 4 |
| CORE 110 | 3 | COMM 110 | 3 |
| U.S. Racial/Ethnic Diversity Course | 3 | BA 300/400 Level Breadth Requirement Course | 3 |
| University Requirement NSW Course | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| Minor Course4 | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| FRENCH 3215 | 3 | FRENCH 322 | 3 |
| 300-Level French Elective | 3 | FRENCH 340 or 350 | 3 |
| CORE 390 | 3 | FRENCH 390 | 1 |
| ENGLISH 370 | 3 | University Requirement Lab Science (NSWL) Course | 4-5 |
| Minor Course | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| 15 | 14-15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| 400-Level French Literature Course | 3 | French Elective | 3 |
| 400-Level French Literature Course | 3 | FRENCH 390 | 1 |
| French Elective | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| Minor Course | 3 | Electives To Reach 120 (If Needed) | 9 |
| Minor Course | 3 | ||
| 15 | 16 | ||
| Total Units: 120-121 | |||
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The math and English courses you will take during your first year will depend on UW System placement exam scores or ACT/SAT subscores. 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.
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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.
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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.- 4
This program requires a minor. Students are encouraged to start thinking about selecting a minor in the second year.
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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.
First Year: Joining a university-sponsored club and actively participating is strongly encouraged. Some clubs that may be of particular interest to students with a French Major include: La Société Française (French Club).
Second Year: 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. 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.
Third Year: The Undergraduate Research Program (URP) is a high-impact practice that gives students the opportunity to apply their knowledge outside of the classroom and dive deeper into their field of interest.
An internship 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.
Career Information in Letters and Sciences (LSINDP 399) is a 1-credit course that focuses on transition to career and graduate school opportunities; identifying skills, strengths, and work values; creating effective job search materials; and, developing a networking strategy.
Fourth Year: All students must earn at least 120 credits and complete undergraduate degree requirements to graduate.
Graduation: Students should apply for graduation one full semester prior to their intended graduation date.