L&S MAJORS

The undergraduate major in French is designed to allow students to acquire a considerable degree of competence in the written and spoken language and familiarity with the literature and culture of France and the French-speaking world. It aims as well to develop the student's critical appreciation of texts in French in both literary and cultural contexts. The department thus offers a large selection of courses in composition, stylistics, translation and linguistics. Further, it encourages interdisciplinary studies in French through courses emphasizing the relation between literature and the other arts and between literature, history, and society. Particularly attractive for many students is the opportunity for the historical and critical study of French film. Most courses are conducted in French, and majors are expected to write papers and examinations in that language.

Lower Division Requirements for the French Major

• French 1, 2, 3, 4, and 35, or the equivalents

Departmental Contact

Carol Dolcini
frendept@socrates.berkeley.edu
4125 Dwinelle Hall
(510) 642-2713

General Catalog Description

http://sis.berkeley.edu/catalog/gcc_view_req?p_dept_cd=FRENCH

Departmental Website

http://ls.berkeley.edu/dept/french/

Other Majors to Consider

Film
Political Economy of Industrial Societies
Art History
Development Studies
Comparative Literature
Linguistics
Philosophy
Classics