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FREN 1090 - Basic French: Reading S,F (3-0) [0.50]

This is a basic course in French grammar and reading for students, who have up to Ontario Grade 9 French (or equivalent) but not above. FREN*1090 cannot be counted toward a specialization in French. (Offered through Distance Education only.)

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FREN 1100 - Basic French: Listening F,W (3-0) [0.50]

This basic course in French grammar will emphasize listening skills for students, who have up to grade 10 French (or equivalent) but not above. FREN*1100 cannot be counted toward a specialization in French. (Offered through Distance Education only.)

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FREN 1120 - Basic French: Writing W (3-0) [0.50]

This basic course in French grammar will emphasize writing skills for students, who have up to Grade 11 French (or equivalent) but not above. FREN*1120 cannot be counted toward a specialization in French. (Offered through Distance Education only.)

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FREN 1150 - Elementary French F,W (3-0) [0.50]

This is a review course in French grammar, oral and written skills, for students who have Ontario Grade 11 French or equivalent but not above. FREN*1150 cannot be counted toward a specialization in French.

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FREN 1200 - French Language I F,W (3-1) [0.50]

A first year, university-level course for students graduating with a high-school background in core French. Students will practise written and oral French.

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FREN 2020 - France: Literature and Society F,W (3-1) [0.50]

An historical introduction to French life and thought as seen through literature and art. Lectures and small seminars are integrated into a multi-media presentation including videotapes, slides and audio tapes.

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FREN 2030 - French Language II F,W (3-1) [0.50]

This is a continuation of French Language I with further practice in written and oral French, grammar, vocabulary acquisition, translation, laboratory exercises and discussion groups.

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FREN 2060 - Quebec: Literature and Society F,W (3-1) [0.50]

An historical introduction to Quebec life and thought from New France to the present as seen through literature and art. Lectures and small seminars are integrated into a multi-media presentation including videotapes, slides and audio tapes.

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FREN 2500 - French Translation I S,W (3-0) [0.50]

An introduction to the art and techniques of French-English translation. (Also offered through Distance Education format.)

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FREN 2520 - French Composition I F (3-0) [0.50]

Essay writing and textual analysis.

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FREN 2540 - Spoken French: Theory and Practice W (3-0) [0.50]

This course focuses on the differences between written and spoken French and is designed to help students function efficiently in an oral French context (comprehension and expression).

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FREN 3000 - Romanticism & Realism in France W (3-0) [0.50]

This course is a seminar on the 19th-century novel emphasizing themes and ideas which have contributed to contemporary literature and thought.

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FREN 3010 - Twentieth-Century French Novel W (3-0) [0.50]

A changing world as perceived by 20th-century writers in France. From Gide to post-modernism, the impact of renewed scientific perspectives on literature, and the questioning of modes of representation, signs and society. (Offered in even-numbered years.)

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FREN 3070 - Enlightenment and Crisis F (3-0) [0.50]

Prose literature in the 18th century; the questioning of traditional values. The road to revolution.

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FREN 3120 - Contemporary Francophone Theatre W (3-0) [0.50]

This course offers a selective study of recent play-scripts written in French. Students are advised to consult the web description for the particular focus of the current offering. (Offered in odd-numbered years.)

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FREN 3150 - Children's Literature in French F (3-0) [0.50]

This course is a study of children's literature in the francophone world from the 17th century to the present. (Offered in even-numbered years.)

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FREN 3200 - Quebec Novel F (3-0) [0.50]

A survey of representative Quebec novels from World War II to the Quiet Revolution. A seminar and lecture course.

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FREN 3230 - The Structure of French F (3-0) [0.50]

Elements of the sound system, grammar and vocabulary of contemporary French.

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FREN 3240 - French Classicism W (3-0) [0.50]

Human destiny in 17th-century drama.

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FREN 3500 - French Translation II F (3-0) [0.50]

Contrastive grammar (French and English). Analysis of various styles and their application to written translation. Small discussion groups.

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FREN 3520 - French Composition II W (3-0) [0.50]

A continuation of FREN*2520 with special emphasis on stylistics.

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FREN 3530 - Business French F (3-0) [0.50]

This course is a detailed study of the French language as it is currently used in administration and business, both in France and Quebec. It will cover areas such as advertising, administrative reports, employment, communication and levels of language. (Offered in odd-numbered years.)

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FREN 3560 - Contemporary French Women's Writings W (3-0) [0.50]

A study of the main trends in women's writings and feminist criticism in contemporary France. (Offered in odd-numbered years.)