Department of Romance Languages
321 McIver Building

French or Spanish MajorTeacher Licensure in FrenchFrench as a Second MajorFrench MinorTeacher Licensure in SpanishSpanish as a Second MajorSpanish MinorAccelerated ProgramsFrench CoursesSpanish CoursesItalian Courses

The Department of Romance Languages offers a variety of programs in language, literature, and culture of the three major Romance areas of French, Spanish, and Italian. Students may begin the study of any of these at the elementary level or continue it at the intermediate level. Students with one or more years of high school French or Spanish who wish to continue the study of that same language must take the Language Placement Test. Incoming transfer students returning to the study of French or Spanish begun in high school but not previously pursued at the college level must also take the test. Intermediate proficiency is expected for further work in French or Spanish; according to the student's interests, he or she may then begin the study of literature or develop language skills in composition and conversation. Native or near-native speakers must consult with the Department Head before signing up for courses in the Department.

The Department's goals are three-fold:

1. To provide practical training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing a foreign language;
2. To promote those values in the liberal arts tradition that derive particularly from the study of language and literature: increased understanding of language itself as structure and process, and the enlightening encounter with cultures and modes of thought different from one's own.
3. To prepare students interested in becoming French and Spanish teachers by providing a range of courses and experiences in their prospective field.

In addition to the Bachelor of Arts degree, the department offers the Master of Arts and the Master of Education degrees in French and in Spanish and in French and Spanish education.

Special facilities and features include language laboratories; the possibility of study abroad; and French and Spanish honorary societies. Achievement in Romance studies is recognized by five annual awards to outstanding juniors and seniors.

The French and Spanish Majors are designed to ensure a well-rounded preparation in language and literature. The programs are balanced and comprehensive, yet they allow students the latitude to explore subjects of special interest to them. Specific course and area requirements and electives in language, literature, and culture characterize both programs. The majors in Romance Languages begin above the 204 level.

College of Arts and Sciences Liberal Education Requirements (CLER) (54-55 hours required)

All students must meet the All-University Liberal Education Requirements (AULER). The College of Arts and Sciences, however, has established liberal education requirements for its programs which, while including those of AULER, contain additional requirements in several categories. Therefore, students following this program should adhere to the College requirements. Please note that students who satisfy the College Liberal Education Requirements (CLER) will also satisfy the All-University Liberal Education Requirements (AULER). See College requirements and list of courses meeting AULER/CLER requirements.

Major Requirements in French

Minimum 30 semester hours above the 204 level, including:

1. 301
2. 353 and 354
3. 315 and 415
4. One course from: 311, 312, 313
5. Two literature courses at the 400- or 500-level
6. Additional courses (6 sem. hrs.)

Students seeking teacher licensure must include Civilization (331a or 332 or 532 or 533). The phonetics (pronunciation) competency is met through 311 or 312 or 313. Literature courses should be chosen so as to represent a range of periods, movements, and/or genres. Please see additional teacher licensure requirements discussed in "Teacher Education" in Part 7.

Literature courses in English translation may not be used for credit toward the major.

24 semester hours above the 204 level.

1. 301, 315, 353, 354
2. One course from 311, 312, 313, 415
3. One 400-level literature course
4. Two other courses above 204

Students seeking teacher licensure must include Phonetics (411), Civilization (331a or 332 or 532 or 533), Composition (315 or 415) and Conversation (311 or 312 or 313) in the 24 semester hours.

Literature courses in English translation may not be used for credit toward the second major.

15-21 semester hours of courses in French above 203, excluding literature courses in English translation.

Major Requirements in Spanish

Minimum 30 semester hours above the 204 level, including:

1. Bridge language course: 301
2. Three literature courses: one 300-, one 400-, and one 500-level
3. Two composition courses, selected from 315, 341, 415
4. One conversation course, selected from 311, 312, 313
5. One course in civilization, selected from 332, 334, 532, 534
6. Two elective courses

Students seeking teacher licensure must include Phonetics (416) and Civilization (332 or 334 if taken in a Spanish-speaking country, or 532 or 534). Please see additional teacher licensure requirements discussed in "Teacher Education" in Part 7. Literature courses in English translation may not be used for credit toward the major.

24 semester hours above the 204 level.

1. Bridge language course: 301
2. Two literature courses: 351, and one 400- or 500-level course
3. One composition course, selected from 315, 341, 415
4. One conversation course, selected from 311, 312, 313
5. One course in civilization, selected from 332, 334, 532, 534
6. Two elective courses

Second majors who plan to teach must include composition (315 or 415), conversation (311, or 312, or 313), phonetics (416), and civilization (332 or 334 if taken in a Spanish-speaking country, or 532, or 534) in the 24 sem. hrs. Literature courses in English translation may not be used for credit toward the second major.

15-21 semester hours of courses in Spanish above 203, excluding literature courses in English translation.

Related Courses, Second Majors

Suggested: second foreign language and literature; English or American Literature; Classical Studies; European, Spanish or French, or Spanish American History; International Studies; Linguistics; Music; Art; Social Science.

Electives

Electives sufficient to complete the 122 semester hours required for degree.

The accelerated program in French/Business Administration provides the opportunity for a student to complete a BA in French (122 hours) within a four-year period and to shorten the time required to finish the MBA.

Interested students should:

• have some Advanced Placement credit upon admission to UNCG in order to reduce the number of required undergraduate hours. See AP credit courses.
• identify themselves as potential accelerated candidates early in their academic careers in order to receive appropriate advising. Although formal admission to an accelerated program usually occurs in the junior year, careful selection of undergraduate courses beginning in the freshman year is essential. Interested students should talk with an advisor in the department of Romance Languages as early as possible.

In the spring of the junior year, students should

• take the GMAT
• apply for admission to the Graduate School and the MBA program

A. College Liberal Arts Component (61 hours max)

B. French Major Requirements (30 hours)

Note: FRE 204 or an appropriate score on the placement exam is a prerequisite for FRE 301 and above.

C. Prerequisites for the MBA (21 hours)

D. Other Undergraduate Electives 31-32

E. Related Requirements for the MBA (43.5 hours)

Courses taught in English translation

222 Explorations in French Literature: English Versions (3:3). [WL, CWL]

323 Albert Camus: English Versions (3:3). [WL, CWL]

A full description of these courses will be found in numerical order in the French courses listed below.

Courses For Undergraduates

101, 102 Beginning French (3:3), (3:3). Pr. 101 prerequisite to 102.

Introduction to French with practice in listening, speaking, writing, and reading. Supplementary instruction in the language laboratory.

113 Conversation in France (3). Pr. two semesters of beginning French courses or permission of instructor.

• Open only to students not meeting the prerequisites for 313.

Extensive formal and informal training in French conversation in a living French setting. Offered only as a summer program in France.

203, 204 Intermediate French (3:3), (3:3). Pr. 102 or equivalent; 203 prerequisite to 204.

Review and further study of basic French structures with emphasis on active use of language skills; listening, speaking, writing, reading. [CFL].

222 Explorations in French Literature: English Versions (3:3).

• May not be used for credit toward French major.

The best of French literature read and discussed in English. Topics vary, each taking a broad perspective on an important theme, genre, or period. [WL, CWL]

224 Medieval French Literature in English Translation (3:3).

• May not be used for credit toward French major.

Readings from major genres of the Middle Ages in English translation, as reflections of cultural, philosophical, and aesthetic values in the age of chivalry and belief. Fein.

301 Advanced French (3:3). Pr. 204 or equivalent, or instructor's permission.

An opportunity to increase proficiency in oral and written language skills while extending knowledge of French literature and contemporary French culture. A bridge to advanced work in all areas.

311 French Conversation (3:3). Pr. 204 or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

Training in spoken French.

312 French Conversation and Culture (3:3). Pr. 204 or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

Training in spoken French in the context of French culture.

313 Conversation in France (3). Pr. 204 or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

Intensive formal and informal training in French conversation in a living French setting. Offered only as a summer program in France.

315 Advanced Grammar and Composition (3:3). Pr. 301 or permission of instructor.

Study of grammar and idiom. Formal and informal writing. (Formerly FRE 309)

323 Albert Camus: English Versions (3:3).

• May not be used for credit toward French major.

Reading and discussion of Camus' novels, plays, and essays in English. Smith. [WL, CWL]. (Formerly FRE 303)

331a, 331b Culture and Civilization in France (3), (3). 331a taught in French; pr. 301 or permission of instructor. 331b taught in English; open only to students not meeting prerequisites for 331a.

• 331b may not be used for credit toward French major.

Offered only as a summer program in France. Special emphasis on Paris and one other region of France. (Formerly FRE 371a, b)

332 Introduction to French Civilization and Culture (3:3). Pr. 301 or permission of instructor.

An introduction to French civilization, presenting an historical overview of major periods with emphasis on selected thematic topics. (Formerly FRE 372)

341, 342 Business French (3:3), (3:3). Pr. 301 or permission of instructor.

French used in various types of business, with practice in writing and speaking. Readings on economic aspects of the French-speaking world. Koenig.

353, 354 Survey of French Literature (3:3; 3:3). Pr. 301.

353: Middle Ages through the eighteenth century. 354: Nineteenth and twentieth centuries. [WL, CWL]. (Formerly FRE 307, 308)

411 French Phonetics (3:3). Pr. 311.

Systematic approach to French pronunciation through sound/spelling relationships, exercises in phonetic transcription, and sound discrimination. Phonetic theory reinforced by aural-oral practice to improve intonation and articulation.

415 Advanced French Composition (3:3). Pr. 311 or permission of instructor.

Review of grammar and practice in informal and formal writing skills. Emphasis on the explication de texte and the dissertation littéraires. (FA/SP) (Formerly FRE 409)

453 Topics in French Literature: Ancien Régime (3:3). Pr. 353 or 354.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

Advanced studies in French literature of the Middle Ages and Renaissance, or of the seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries. (Formerly FRE 480)

455 Topics in Modern French Literature (3:3). Pr. 353 or 354; permission of the instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

Advanced studies in French literature of the late eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, or of the twentieth century. (FA/SP)

481 Experimental Course: Topics in Modern French Literature (3:3). Pr. 353 or 354.

Major literary movements of Post-revolutionary France. (Offered SP 97)

493 Honors Work (3-6). See prerequisites under Honors Program, XXX 493.

Courses For Advanced Undergraduates and Graduate Students

507 Teaching French Through French Literature (3:3). Pr. 400-level course in French literature or permission of instructor.

• For upper-level majors and graduate students who plan to teach French.

Strategies for teaching the French language through its literature. All major genres represented.

532, 533 French Civilization (3:3), (3:3). Pr. 353 or 354 or 332 or permission of instructor.

Study of France and the French people. Historical and geographical background, intensive study of national traits, home life, institutions, and culture. Stress on present-day France. (Formerly FRE 571, 572)

550 Old French Literature (3:3). Pr. 400 level course in French literature or permission of instructor.

Readings in literature of the Old French period (9th-13th centuries).

552 Middle French Literature (3:3). Pr. 400 level course in French literature or permission of instructor.

Readings in fifteenth-century literature exploring each of the major genres: the nouvelle, farce, and lyric poetry. Fein.

553 Topics in French Literary Movements (3:3). Pr. 400 level course in French literature or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

In-depth study of a major literary trend: classicism, realism, naturalism, and others. (Formerly FRE 510)

554 Topics in French Fiction (3:3). Pr. 400 level course in French literature or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

Studies in prose fiction - roman, conte, nouvelle - through a variety of critical and historical approaches, each topic focusing on one such approach. (Formerly FRE 520)

555 Topics in French Poetry (3:3). Pr. 400 level course in French literature or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

Studies in French lyric poetry through a variety of critical and historical approaches, each particular topic focusing on one such approach. (Formerly FRE 530)

556 Topics in French Theatre (3:3). Pr. 400 level course in French literature or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

Studies in French theatre through a variety of critical and historical approaches, each particular topic focusing on one such approach. (Formerly FRE 540)

557 Advanced Topics in French Literature (3:3). Pr. 400 level course in French literature or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

Nontraditional perspectives on literature in the French language: thematic topics, Francophone literature, and others. (Formerly FRE 580)

558 Topics in Francophone Literature (3:3). Pr. 400 level course in French literature or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

Studies in Francophone literature through a variety of aspects or genres, each topic focusing on one such aspect or genre. (Formerly FRE 590)

560 French Literature of the Renaissance (3:3). Pr. 400 level course in French literature or permission of instructor.

Survey of sixteenth-century literature including works of Marot, Rabelais, and poets of the Pléiade. Special emphasis on the Essais of Montaigne. Campo.

561 The Auteur Director (3:2:3). Pr. BCT 171 or ENG 330 or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

Works of an individual film director. Subject differs from offering to offering. (Same as SPA 561) (Formerly FRE 517)

562 Studies in Film Genre (3:2:3). Pr. BCT 171 or ENG 330 or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

Technical, dramatic, social, and rhetorical dimensions of a film genre or genres. Subject differs from offering to offering. (Same as SPA 562) (Formerly FRE 518)

Course taught in English Translation

222 Hispanic Masterpieces in English Translation (3:3). [WL, CWL]

A full description of this course will be found in numerical order in the Spanish courses listed below.

Courses For Undergraduates

101, 102 Beginning Spanish (3:3), (3:3). Pr. 101 prerequisite to 102.

Introduction to Spanish with practice in listening, speaking, writing, and reading. Supplementary instruction in the language laboratory.

203, 204 Intermediate Spanish (3:3), (3:3). Pr. 102 or equivalent; 203 prerequisite to 204.

Review and further study of basic Spanish structures with emphasis on active use of language skills: listening, speaking, writing, reading. [CFL]

222 Hispanic Masterpieces in English Translation (3:3).

Best of Spanish and Spanish-American literature read and discussed in English. Topics vary, each taking a broad perspective on an important theme, genre, or period. [WL, CWL].

301 Advanced Spanish (3:3). Pr. 204 or equivalent, or departmental permission.

An opportunity to increase proficiency in oral and written language skills while extending knowledge of Hispanic culture. A bridge course required for advanced work in all areas. (FA,SP)

311 Spanish Conversation (3:3). Pr. 301 or departmental permission.

Intensive and methodical training in spoken Spanish.

312 Spanish Conversation (3:3). Pr. 311 or permission of the department.

Further intensive and methodical training in spoken Spanish.

313 Conversation in a Spanish-Speaking Country (3). Pr. 204 or departmental permission.

Intensive formal and informal training in Spanish conversation in a Spanish or Latin American setting. Offered only in UNCG Program Abroad.

314 Spain Today (3). Pr. 204 or departmental permission.

An intensive, one month grammar review and practical orientation course for students participating in the UNCG Study Abroad Program in Spain, emphasizing contact with people in public places, exposure to media, and visits to principal cultural centers.

315 Intermediate Spanish Composition (3:3). Pr. 301 or departmental permission.

Intensive study of grammar and idiom. Formal and informal writing. (Formerly SPA 309)

332 Introduction to Spanish Culture (3:3). Pr. 204 or departmental permission.

Introduction to the culture of Spain. Selected readings on the culture by noted Spanish authors, films, slides with classroom discussions. (Formerly SPA 371)

334 Introduction to Spanish-American Culture (3:3). Pr. 204 or departmental permission.

Introduction to the culture of Spanish-America. Selected writings by noted Spanish-American authors, films, slides with classroom discussion. (FA/SP)

341 Business Spanish (3:3). Pr. 204 or equivalent.

Spanish used in the Hispanic business world, with practice in speaking and writing. Readings on economic aspects of Spanish-speaking countries.

351 Approaches to Hispanic Literature (3:3). Pr. 301 or departmental permission.

Reading of representative Hispanic texts, by genres. Attention will be given to basic vocabulary, concepts and techniques of literary analysis. [WL, CWL]. (FA,SP)

401 Special Topics in Language and Literature (3:3). Pr. 351 and departmental permission.

Directed study and research in language and literary topics of special interest to the locale of the UNCG Study Abroad Program in a Spanish-speaking country.

402 Spanish Literature I (3:3). Pr. 351 or departmental permission.

Spanish Literature from the 1800s through the present. Special attention to cultural and historical background and literary techniques of analysis. [WL, CWL]. (FA/SP)

403 Spanish Literature II (3:3). Pr. 351 or departmental permission.

Reading of representative texts from the beginning of Spanish Literature to the year 1800 with attention to techniques of analysis as well as cultural and historical background. [WL, CWL]. (FA/SP)

404 Spanish American Literature III (3:3). Pr. 351 or departmental permission.

Survey of Spanish American literature, from the beginnings through the late 1800s, with attention to techniques of literary analysis. [WL, CWL]. (FA/SP)

405 Spanish American Literature II (3:3). Pr. 351 or departmental permission.

Second half of a survey of Spanish American literature, from the late 1800s through the present day, with attention to techniques of literary analysis. [WL, CWL]. (FA/SP)

415 Advanced Written and Spoken Spanish (3:3). Pr. 311 or 312 or 313.

Intensive practice in the written and spoken language, focusing on refinements in structure, vocabulary development, informal conversation, and formal writing styles. (Formerly SPA 409)

416 Spanish Phonetics (3:3). Pr. 311 or 312 or 313, or permission of instructor.

Spanish phonetics and intonation. Students learn to read and write symbols for sounds and inflections of Spanish and study mechanics of production of these sounds, accompanied by intensive drill in pronunciation and intonation. (Formerly SPA 450)

493 Honors Work (3-6). See prerequisites under Honors Program, XXX 493.

497 Directed Study in Spanish Language (3:3). Pr. departmental permission required.

Directed study and research in Spanish language.

498 Special Topics in Hispanic Literature (3:3). Pr. departmental permission required.

Directed study and research in literary topics.

For Advanced Undergraduates and Graduate Students

502 Topics in Spanish Literature (3:3). Pr. one 400-level course in Hispanic literature or departmental permission.

• May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
• Taught in Spanish.

In-depth studies, through a variety of critical and historical approaches, based on themes, geographical areas, outstanding figures, genres, or periods.

504 Topics in Spanish American Literature (3:3). Pr. one 400-level course in Hispanic literature or departmental permission.

May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

• Taught in Spanish.

In-depth study, through a variety of critical and historical approaches, based on geographical areas, outstanding figures, genres, or periods.

516 Introduction to Spanish Syntax (3:3). Pr. 415 or departmental permission.

• Taught in Spanish.

Introduction to Spanish syntax. Analysis of Spanish grammar; syntactic categories and phrase structure.

532 Spanish Civilization (3:3). Pr. one 400-level course in Hispanic literature or departmental permission.

Development of Spanish culture. Historical and geographical background for study of twentieth-century Spain. Special emphasis on customs, national traits, arts, and institutions. (Formerly SPA 571)

534 Spanish-American Civilization (3:3). Pr. one 400-level course in Hispanic literature or departmental permission.

Development of Spanish-American culture. (Formerly SPA 572)

561 The Auteur Director (3:2:3). Pr. BCT 171 or ENG 330 or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when the topic varies.

Works of an individual film director. Subject differs from offering to offering. (Same as FRE 561) (Formerly SPA 517)

562 Studies in Film Genre (3:2:3). Pr. BCT 171 or ENG 330 or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when the topic varies.

Technical, dramatic, social, and rhetorical dimensions of a film genre or genres. Subject differs from offering to offering. (Same as FRE 562) (Formerly SPA 518)

Courses For Undergraduates

101, 102 Beginning Italian (3:3), (3:3). Pr. 101 prerequisite to 102.

Introduction to Italian with practice in hearing, speaking, reading, and writing. Supplementary instruction in the language laboratory.

203, 204 Intermediate Italian (3:3), (3:3). Pr. 203 prerequisite to 204.

Review and further study of Italian, followed by reading of contemporary authors. [CFL]

222 Italian Masterpieces in English Translation (3:3).

Best of Italian literature read and discussed in English. Topics vary, each taking a broad perspective on an important theme, genre, or period. [WL, CWL].

313 Conversation in Italy (3:3). Pr. 204 or equivalent.

An intensive conversation course oriented towards life in modern Italy and emphasizing the language of the media, the public domain and contemporary culture. Offered in UNCG Summer Program in Italy.

Courses For Advanced Undergraduates and Graduate Students

517 The Auteur Director (3:2:3). Pr. BCT 171 or ENG 330 or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when the topic varies.

Works of an individual film director. Subject differs from offering to offering. (Same as BCT 517; FRE, SPA 561)

518 Studies in Film Genre (3:2:3). Pr. BCT 171 or ENG 330 or permission of instructor.

• May be repeated for credit when the topic varies.

Technical, dramatic, social, and rhetorical dimensions of a film genre or genres. Subject differs from offering to offering. (Same as BCT 518; FRE, SPA 562)

Please refer to The Graduate School Bulletin for additional graduate level courses.