This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for 2001-2002 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the Calendar for updated information.

Effective date of this calendar, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2001 to Aug. 31, 2002.

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French

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Offered at Langley, Richmond and Surrey

Students who have completed French 11 will not receive credit at UBC for Kwantlen FREN 1100 or FREN 1101. Students who have completed French 12 and passed with a C or better will not receive credit at UBC for any Kwantlen French courses below FREN 1110.

Kwantlen offers a variety of French courses at four different levels but not all courses are offered in every semester or on every campus. Our regular language courses are supplemented by courses in literature, pronunciation and conversation.

Admission Requirements

Since students come to Kwantlen from many different backgrounds, it is often difficult to determine the best level of entry for any individual. A letter grade from school is not in itself sufficient indication of a student's suitability for a particular course, particularly when there may have been a gap of a year or more in his or her studies. We therefore have standardized placement tests which, together with a short interview, are intended to ensure placement at the right level, thus avoiding frustration.

Students with a competence in the language beyond the level of the course in which they are registered will be required to withdraw. Students who are not sure of their language level should contact an instructor.

FREN 0099 cr-3
Conversational French for Beginners

This course is designed to introduce French to people who have had no French instruction whatsoever, those who have attempted a French course and have experienced difficulties, or those who wish to prepare themselves thoroughly before attempting an elementary college-level course.

FREN 1100 cr-3
French for Beginners

This course is designed for students with little or no prior French instruction and offers an oral and written approach to French. It introduces basic grammar and vocabulary structures and cultural elements of the Francophone world. In the classroom, the emphasis is on developing listening and speaking skills. Regular written assignments reinforce oral work.

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

FREN 1101 cr-3
French for Beginners

This course is designed for students with little French instruction and offers an oral and written approach to French. It continues the work of French 1100 by focusing on basic grammar, vocabulary structures and cultural elements of the Francophone world. In the classroom, the emphasis is on developing listening and speaking skills. Regular written assignments reinforce oral work.

Prerequisites: FREN 1100 or placement test
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

FREN 1105 cr-3
Basic French

This course offers and oral and written approach to French, and develops basic skills through the study of fundamental grammar, vocabulary structures, oral and written exercises and conversation. It also introduces cultural elements of the Francophone world.

Prerequisites: French 11, or FREN 1101, or by placement test
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

FREN 1106 cr-3
Basic French

This course continues the work of FREN 1105; it offers an oral and written approach to French and develops basic skills through the study of fundamental grammar, vocabulary structures, oral and written exercises and conversation. It also introduces cultural elements of the Francophone world.

Prerequisites: FREN 1105 or placement test
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

FREN 1110 cr-3
French Language

This course is designed to consolidate the foundation established in earlier courses and to increase proficiency in all language skills, with a particular concentration on grammar review. Students are introduced to the works of some French and Francophone writers.

Prerequisites: French 12 or FREN 1106 or placement test
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

FREN 1115 cr-3
Intermediate French Conversation

This course is designed for students who wish to develop fluency and confidence in speaking French. It is conducted entirely in French and offers insight into the culture of the French speaking world, as well as discussion of current affairs.

Prerequisites: FR 12 or FREN 1106 or placement test
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

FREN 1210 cr-3
French Language

This course is designed to consolidate the foundation established in earlier courses and to increase proficiency in all language skills, with particular concentration on grammar review. Students are introduced to the works of some French and Francophone writers.

Prerequisites: FR 12, or FREN 1110 or placement test
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

FREN 1215 cr-3
Intermediate French Conversation

This course is designed for students who wish to develop fluency and confidence in speaking French. It is conducted entirely in French and offers insight into the culture of the French speaking world, as well as discussion of current affairs.

Prerequisites: FREN 1115 or FREN 1106 or placement test
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

FREN 2310 cr-3
French Language and Style

This course is designed for advanced students of French and native French speakers. Through the use of French language newspapers and magazines and the works of French writers, this course consolidates the knowledge acquired in previous courses. Both written and oral work will be required.

Prerequisites: FREN 1210 or permission of instructor
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

FREN 2410 cr-3
French Language and Style

This course is designed for advanced students of French and native French speakers. Through the use of French language newspapers and magazines and the works of French writers, this course consolidates the knowledge acquired in previous courses. Both written and oral work will be required.

Prerequisites: FREN 2310 or permission of instructor
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)