Year: 2016

In this course, we will explore “la modernité française” from many angles. The subtitle of the course is “crises d’identité,” because today French identity is very much in flux as it tries to redefine itself in the context of greater ethnic diversity and an increasingly globalized world. We will examine how contemporary French identity, and …

Introduction to important literary works from the medieval era to the French Revolution. Classes conducted in French.

Study and analysis of the culture and sociology of professional environments in the French and Francophone worlds, including government, international organizations, NGO’s and business. Students develop communication skills through interactive teaching methods in multimedia labs. There are two (2) sections of French 313 currently scheduled for Fall 2016.

Develops students’ writing and oral expression at an advanced level through writing and discussion of internet journalism, translation, or creative genres. There are two (2) sections of French 312 currently scheduled for Fall 2016.

UW–Madison students can join us for lunch any day, Monday through Friday. It’s as easy as that. Come, sit and chat in French with fellow students and native speakers. Many students report that this course was a very valuable experience for them. Their spoken French improved immensely and they felt very comfortable interacting with other …

An introduction to the terms and techniques of literary analysis, examining works of each genre (short story, poetry, theater and novel) from various time periods and areas of the francophone world. Prerequisite: French 228. There are currently eight (8) sections of French 271 scheduled for Fall 2016. All sections are available for honors credit. Professors …

Accelerated development of oral, reading and writing skills up to a level equivalent to that of the end of second semester French (102).  Instruction draws on features shared by Romance languages, with focus on distincitions particular to French.  No previous knowledge of French is required.  Prereq. Italian 204 or 4 years of high school Italian; …

An introductory course in an interdisciplinary area of French studies. Taught in English.   Through a large spectrum of literary works, movies, songs and pop culture, we will examine how Islam and the Islamic world are depicted in French artistic expressions. This course will enhance your “cross-cultural competence” in an interdisciplinary approach that delve into …

In this writing-intensive course, students practice the types of writing tasks typical of courses in the major (composition, compte rendu, explication de texte), explore both traditional and evolving notions of culture in France and the francophone world, review grammar, and build vocabulary related to the cultural topics studied. Prerequisite: French 204 or French 227. There …

Intermediate-Level Course for Entering Students only. This course is offered only in the Fall semester and is desgned for students coming from high school or non UW–Madison French programs. Enrollment eligibility is contingent upon appropriate score on the placement exam or consent of the department. There are currently four (4) sections of French 227 scheduled for Fall …