We live in a truly global world where the leaders of tomorrow will dwell in and negotiate all transactions in spaces not claimed in exclusivity by a single people, language or culture. Knowing French will help you become a truly global citizen. Successful completion of the minor demonstrates the attainment of intermediate to advanced proficiency in the language, as well as cultural understanding and agility. It also opens before you a fascinating cultural and intellectual world in and beyond the classroom with a myriad of opportunities to travel, live and work abroad.
Complete all courses listed below unless otherwise indicated. Also complete any corequisite labs, recitations, clinicals, or tools courses where specified.
Students will be required to take a total of five classes. These classes may include courses and language classes at or above the intermediate level in Dialogues of Civilization at NU. A maximum of two courses of transfer credits, including transferable courses taken abroad, may count towards the five classes in the minor.
Required Culture Course
This course must be taken on campus. It may not be substituted by courses taken on Dialogue programs, through study abroad or at another institution.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CLTR 1120 | Introduction to Languages, Literature, and Culture | 4 |
| or FRNH 3101 | Advanced French 1 | |
| or FRNH 3102 | Advanced French 2 | |
Required Language Courses
Students may waive one or both of the courses below by taking the language exam in the World Language Center. Waived courses must be replaced by electives. Please see the elective list for options.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FRNH 2101 | Intermediate French 1 | 4 |
| FRNH 2102 | Intermediate French 2 | 4 |
Electives
If any courses were waived in previous requirements, please complete additional electives to reach five total courses for the French minor.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Take two courses from the following list: | ||
| Introduction to French Culture | ||
| Cultural Engagement Abroad | ||
| Specialized Instruction in French | ||
| Advanced French 1 | ||
| Advanced French 2 | ||
| Specialized Instruction in French | ||
| Special Topics in French | ||
GPA Requirement
2.000 GPA required in the minor