Planning Your Degree FAQ
Planning a degree can sometimes be overwhelming for students. However, many of our alumni tell us that planning early was an integral part of their success in their program. We have included some information below to get you started.
General Introduction to French
These introductory courses will not make you instantly bilingual - but they will get you started and could be the beginning of an enriching experience. Mastering an additional language is not easy but it does bring great rewards - being able to think, dream, and converse freely in another language is a wonderful experience, especially as learning a language inevitably involves becoming well acquainted with the culture of those who speak it.
In Canada today, being able to operate in both "official" languages can have its practical advantages as many potential employers will opt for applicants who can use both French and English in their work over those who are unilingual.
French 1500, 1501, 1502: Introductory University French I, II and III
Which first-year course should you take after high school French?
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If you have... |
You should take: |
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No French, High School French 3200 or 3201 |
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Completed courses OUTSIDE the province |
Email mllcprograms@mun.ca |
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With French Immersion |
You should take: |
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High School French 2202 |
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High School French 3202 |
If you feel that you are ready for a higher level than recommended on the above chart, please contact the Manager of Academic Programs at mllcprograms@mun.ca to discuss your options.
*Please note that in accordance with Regulation 15.13.2 Native speakers of French and students with near-native fluency will not normally receive credit for courses taken at the first year level in their native language nor will they be allowed to challenge for creidt at the first year level. Such students shall consult the Department to be placed at the appropriate level.
Prerequisites for further study in French
After completion of the appropriate university-level French course that suits your French level, you are able to progress to the next French course. Please review the table for an example of prerequisites in French courses.
| Course | Prerequisite |
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| FREN 1500 Introductory University French I |
No prerequisites required |
| FREN 1501 Introductory University French II |
Completion of French 1500 with a 60% or above |
| FREN 1502 Introductory University French III |
Completion of French 1501 with a 60% or above |
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FREN 2100 Intermediate French I |
Completion of French 1502 with a 60% or above |
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FREN 2101 Intermediate French II |
Completion of French 2100 with a 60% or above |
For further information about prerequists beyond French 2101 please see the University Calendar.
Questions?
If you still have questions please contact the Manager of Academic Programs or make an appointment by clicking the Microsoft bookings link below.
Emai: mllcprograms@mun.ca
Phone: 709-864-8565
Room: SN-4033