Undergraduate Courses Offered
The following is a list of all French courses offered. To check the availability of any particular course, refer to the UWM Schedule of Classes or the UWM Academic Catalog.
For students who have not studied French previously. Oral practice, grammar, and reading. Language laboratory required.
Prerequisites: none.
Course Rules: Counts as repeat of French 113. Open only to students with 2 yrs HS French or less or score of 1 on the French placement exam.
Last Taught: Spring 2021, Fall 2020, Spring 2020, Fall 2019.
Continuation of French 103. Further drill in the language laboratory.
Prerequisites: grade of C or better in French 103(P) or level 2 score on French placement exam or cons instr. Generates L&S credit for demonstrated equivalent preparation (4 retro cr).
Course Rules: Counts as repeat of French 114.
Last Taught: Spring 2021, Fall 2020, Spring 2020, Fall 2019.
Basic conversational French for travelers. For students with no knowledge of French as well as for those with a basic foundation in the language. Useful vocabulary and cultural information.
Prerequisites: none.
Last Taught: Fall 2015, Spring 2015, Fall 2014, Spring 2014.
Compressed introductory course focused on speaking, oral comprehension, and reading. For students with some knowledge of French or another foreign language.
Prerequisites: none.
Course Rules: Counts as a repeat of French 103.
Last Taught: Summer 2016, Summer 2015, Summer 2014, Summer 2013.
Continuation of French 113. Prepares students for placement into French 203.
Prerequisites: French 103(P), 113(P), or cons instr. Generates L&S credit for demonstrated equivalent preparation (4 retro crs).
Course Rules: Counts as a repeat of French 104.
Last Taught: Summer 2016, Summer 2015, Summer 2014, Summer 2013.
In-depth study of selected aspects of French civilization as reflected in literature.
Prerequisites: none.
General Education Requirements: HU
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2021, Fall 2020, Summer 2020, Spring 2020.
Awarded by the program director for language work at the introductory (first-year) level completed in Paris.
Prerequisites: acceptance in Study Abroad Prog.
Course Rules: May not be retaken for cr.
Specific topics are announced in the Schedule of Classes each time the class is offered.
Prerequisites: none.
General Education Requirements: HU
Course Rules: Open only to freshmen. Students may earn cr in just one L&S First-Year Sem (course numbers 192, 193, 194).
Last Taught: Fall 2018, Fall 2017, Fall 2009, Fall 2007.
Designed to enroll students in UWM sponsored program before course work level, content and credits are determined and/or in specially prepared program course work.
Prerequisites: acceptance in Study Abroad Prog.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic.
Last Taught: Fall 2018, Summer 2016, Fall 2015, Spring 2015.
For further information consult department chair.
Prerequisites: 2.0 GPA; consent of instructor, department chair, and Assistant Dean for Student Academic Services.
Course Rules: May not be retaken for cr.
Last Taught: Fall 2019, Spring 2003, Summer 1994, Spring 1994.
Review and further study of language and culture with emphasis on the development of reading skills.
Prerequisites: grade of C or better in French 104(P) or 114(P) or level 3 score on French placement exam or cons instr. Generates L&S credit for demonstrated equivalent preparation (8 retro cr).
Last Taught: Spring 2021, Fall 2020, Spring 2020, Fall 2019.
Continuation of French 203. Review of main grammatical concepts. Readings in modern French and Francophone literature.
Prerequisites: grade of C or better in French 203(P) or level 4 score on French placement exam or cons instr; French 213(R). Generates L&S credit for demonstrated equivalent preparation (11 retro cr).
Last Taught: Spring 2021, Fall 2020, Spring 2020, Fall 2019.
Basic grammatical principles and linguistic structures, augmented by individually-supervised readings in the student's field of specialization.
Prerequisites: none.
Concentrated, structured practice of spoken French; contemporary topics; small-group setting with native speakers, simulates immersion experience. Build vocabulary, improve communication skills. Weekend, interim, or short-term summer modules. Specific credits announced in Schedule whenever course is offered.
Prerequisites: French 203(P) or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken to 4 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2015, Spring 2014, Spring 2013, Spring 2012.
An introduction to the grammatical concepts useful in studying foreign languages.
Prerequisites: none.
Course Rules: Jointly offered with, and may be used to repeat, Classic 213, English 213, German 213, Italian 213, Linguis 213, Polish 213, Russian 213, & Spanish 213.
Discussion in French, designed to broaden perspectives, improve language skills.
Prerequisites: French 204(P) or cons instr.
Course Rules: Offered in conjunction w/courses in other disciplines (Anthro, Hist, Pol Sci, etc). Retakable w/chg in topic to 6 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2017.
Application of basic principles of French in a business, organizational, educational, political, or other appropriate setting.
Prerequisites: French 103(P) or 113(P); 2.25 gpa; cons instr.
Course Rules: One cr earned for academic work based on 40 hours in internship. May be retaken to 6 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2018, Summer 2006, Fall 2004, Summer 2003.
Awarded by the program director for language work on the intermediate level completed at Paris.
Prerequisites: acceptance for Study Abroad Prog; conc reg in French 595(C).
Course Rules: Students initially enroll in French 595. May be retaken for cr.
Last Taught: Spring 2000, Spring 1999, Spring 1998, Spring 1997.
Undergraduate research participation in a project developed with a supervising member of the faculty or staff. One credit for 45 hrs research.
Prerequisites: acceptance into UROP; prior or conc reg in UROP seminar.
Course Rules: May be retaken to 9 cr max.
Designed to enroll students in UWM sponsored program before course work level, content and credits are determined and/or in specially prepared program course work.
Prerequisites: acceptance for Study Abroad Prog; conc reg in French 595(C).
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic.
Last Taught: Spring 2020, Summer 2019, Spring 2019, Fall 2018.
Course created expressly for offering in a specified enrollment period. Requires only dept & assoc dean approval. In exceptional circumstances, can be offered in one add'l sem.
Prerequisites: none; add'l prereqs may be assigned to specific topic.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic.
Last Taught: Spring 2002, Fall 1999, Fall 1998, Fall 1997.
Development of ability to understand, read, speak and write French, with emphasis on everyday language and culture.
Prerequisites: grade C or better in French 204(P) or level 5 score on French placement exam or cons instr; may be taken conc w/French 204 w/grade B or better in French 203(P). Generates L&S credit for demonstrated equivalent preparation (14 retro cr).
General Education Requirements: HU
Last Taught: Spring 2021, Fall 2020, Spring 2020, Fall 2019.
Review of French grammar, practice in conversation and composition with emphasis on current practice. Reading materials will stress contemporary French life and politics.
Prerequisites: French 303(215)(P) or cons instr. Generates L&S credit for demonstrated equivalent preparation (14 retro cr).
Last Taught: Spring 2002, Spring 2001, Spring 2000, Spring 1999.
Introduction to business language and practices in French-speaking countries. Commercial vocabulary, oral and written communication skills, use of French internet resources.
Prerequisites: French 303(215)(P) or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2014, Spring 2012, Spring 2010, Spring 2008.
Introduction to contemporary French culture through the use of authentic materials (video, oral interviews, literary and journalistic writing).
Prerequisites: French 303(215)(P) or cons instr. Generates L&S credit for demonstrated equivalent preparation (14 retro cr).
General Education Requirements: HU
Last Taught: Spring 2021, Fall 2020, Spring 2020, Spring 2019.
Grammatical structures; levels of styles; written accuracy and proficiency.
Prerequisites: French 303(215)(P) or cons instr.Generates L&S credit for demonstrated equivalent preparation (14 retro cr).
Last Taught: Fall 2020, Spring 2020, Fall 2019, Spring 2019.
Rules and concepts involved in reading and understanding poetry and prose. Practice in developing skills by literary analysis.
Prerequisites: French 303(P) or cons instr; French 324(R) & 325(R).
General Education Requirements: HU
Last Taught: Spring 2021, Fall 2020, Spring 2020, Fall 2019.
A specific aspect of French culture combining class lectures and on-site visits.
Prerequisites: French 303(215)(P) or cons instr; acceptance for Study Abroad Prog; conc reg in French 595(C).
Course Rules: May not enroll conc in French 449. May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2004, Spring 2003, Spring 2002, Spring 2001.
Topic/genre in selected works by major writers from one or more French-speaking regions (France, Belgium, Switzerland, Quebec, the Caribbean, Africa, Southeast Asia, etc.).
Prerequisites: jr st or cons instr.
General Education Requirements: HU
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 6 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2017, Fall 2016, Fall 2013, Fall 2003.
Advanced French language, intercultural knowledge for business/professional communication in French-speaking countries. Commercial vocabulary, case studies, business letters/forms, internet. Preparation for Paris Chamber of Commerce's International Business Exam.
Prerequisites: French 311(P) or 325(P).
Last Taught: Spring 2015, Fall 2013, Spring 2011, Spring 2009.
Reading and discussion of selected works.
Prerequisites: soph st; Honors 200(P); cons Honors College dir.
General Education Requirements: HU
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2017, Fall 2011, Fall 2008, Spring 2006.
Theory of French sounds; phonetic transcription; practice in pronunciation in class and in language laboratory.
Prerequisites: French 303(215)(P) or cons instr.
Course Rules: Required of teaching majors & minors.
Last Taught: Spring 2021, Fall 2019, Spring 2018, Fall 2016.
Development of reading proficiency in French by focusing on vocabulary acquisition, recognition of cognates, and analysis of complex sentences in short literary and journalistic texts.
Prerequisites: French 324(327)(P), 325(P), or 332(322)(P).
Last Taught: Spring 2009, Spring 2008, Spring 2005.
Designed to enroll students in UWM sponsored program before coursework level, content, and credits are determined and/or in specially-prepared program coursework.
Prerequisites: French 203(P); acceptance for Study Abroad Prog; conc reg in French 595(C).
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic.
Last Taught: Spring 2020, Summer 2019, Spring 2019, Summer 2018.
For students with little or no previous knowledge of French; especially useful to graduate students fulfilling a language requirement.
Prerequisites: jr st.
Course Rules: Does not count toward the French major or minor.
Last Taught: Spring 2020, Spring 2019, Spring 2018, Spring 2016.
Concentrated, structured practice of spoken French; contemporary topics; small-group setting with native speakers simulates immersion experience. Build vocabulary, improve communication skills. Weekend, interim, or short-term summer modules. Specific credits announced in Schedule whenever course is offered.
Prerequisites: French 324(327)(P) & 325(P), or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken to 4 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2015, Fall 2014.
Concentrated, structured practice of spoken French; contemporary topics; small-group setting with native speakers simulates immersion experience. Build vocabulary, improve communication skills. Weekend, interim, or short-term summer modules. Specific credits announced in Schedule whenever course is offered.
Prerequisites: French 324(327)(P) & 325(P), or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken to 4 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2015, Fall 2014.
Introduction to basic skills necessary to professional translation. Translation of texts from French into English. Summarizing texts. Sight translation.
Prerequisites: jr st; grade of B or better in French 325(P); French 324(327)(P) or 332(322)(P).
Last Taught: Fall 2010, Fall 2009, Fall 2008, Fall 2007.
French civilization from the point of view of the French child, with emphasis on materials familiar to French children and adolescents.
Prerequisites: jr st; two French courses numbered 320 or above or cons instr.
General Education Requirements: HU
Last Taught: Fall 2015, Fall 2014.
French civilization from the point of view of the French child, with emphasis on materials familiar to French children and adolescents.
Prerequisites: jr st; two French courses numbered 320 or above or cons instr.
General Education Requirements: HU
Last Taught: Fall 2015, Fall 2014.
Development of writing proficiency in a variety of genres through close analysis and imitation of good French writing; emphasis on usage, syntax, and authentic French expression.
Prerequisites: jr st & French 324(327)(P) & 325(P), or grad st.
Last Taught: Spring 2020.
Development of writing proficiency in a variety of genres through close analysis and imitation of good French writing; emphasis on usage, syntax, and authentic French expression.
Prerequisites: jr st & French 324(327)(P) & 325(P), or grad st.
Last Taught: Spring 2020.
Study of major aspects of French society and its cultural expressions from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 332(322)(P); French 324(327)(P) or 325(P); or cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2020.
Study of major aspects of French society and its cultural expressions from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 332(322)(P); French 324(327)(P) or 325(P); or cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2020.
Major aspects of French society and its cultural expressions from the Renaissance through the Revolution.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 332(322)(P); French 324(327)(P) or 325(P); or cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2021.
Major aspects of French society and its cultural expressions from the Renaissance through the Revolution.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 332(322)(P); French 324(327)(P) or 325(P); or cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2021.
French politics, society, and culture from Napoleon's First Empire to De Gaulle's Fifth Republic, 1804-1958.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 332(322)(P); French 324(327)(P) or 325(P); or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2019.
French politics, society, and culture from Napoleon's First Empire to De Gaulle's Fifth Republic, 1804-1958.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 332(322)(P); French 324(327)(P) or 325(P); or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2019.
Works written in French by writers of Africa, North Africa, the Caribbean, and Quebec.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 325(P) & 332(322)(P); or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2019, Spring 2017, Spring 2016, Spring 2015.
In-depth study of selected topics in the cultures of France or French-speaking countries.
Prerequisites: French 324(327)(P) or 325(P), or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2021, Spring 2020, Fall 2017, Fall 2015.
In-depth study of important works of French literature.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 325(P) & 332(322)(P).
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2020, Spring 2014, Fall 2011, Spring 2010.
French culture through readings and on-site visits. Completing this course does not preclude taking required 300-level courses for cr upon return to UWM.
Prerequisites: 300-level French course; acceptance for Study Abroad Prog; conc reg in French 595(C).
Course Rules: May not enroll conc in French 349. May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2004, Spring 2003, Spring 2002, Spring 2000.
Major political, social, cultural and economic forces shaping France today. France within the European Union and the Francophone world.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 325(P); one add'l 300-level French course or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2018, Fall 2016.
Major political, social, cultural and economic forces shaping France today. France within the European Union and the Francophone world.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 325(P); one add'l 300-level French course or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2018, Fall 2016.
Narrative techniques and thematic content of French-language cinema.
Prerequisites: jr st; two of French 324(327)(P), 325(P), 332(322)(P) or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. First enrollment only counts toward French major.
Last Taught: Fall 2018, Spring 2015.
Narrative techniques and thematic content of French-language cinema.
Prerequisites: jr st; two of French 324(327)(P), 325(P), 332(322)(P) or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. First enrollment only counts toward French major.
Last Taught: Fall 2018, Spring 2015.
Critical reading, lectures, and discussion of important works on a topic, genre, or historical period, with particular emphasis on intellectual and cultural context.
Prerequisites: junior standing or consent of instructor.
Course Rules: COMPLIT 457 & FRENCH 457 are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another. May be retaken with change in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Summer 2020.
Critical reading, lectures, and discussion of important works on a topic, genre, or historical period, with particular emphasis on intellectual and cultural context.
Prerequisites: junior standing or consent of instructor.
Course Rules: COMPLIT 457 & FRENCH 457 are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another. May be retaken with change in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Summer 2020.
Translation of texts from English into French. Comparative study of French and English syntax and comparative culture.
Prerequisites: jr st; grade of B or better in French 325(P); French 427(P) or cons instr.
Course Rules: French 465 & Trnsltn 465 are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another. Counts as repeat of French 499 with Intro to English to French Translation topic.
Last Taught: Fall 2010, Fall 2008.
Translation of texts from English into French. Comparative study of French and English syntax and comparative culture.
Prerequisites: jr st; grade of B or better in French 325(P); French 427(P) or cons instr.
Course Rules: French 465 & Trnsltn 465 are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another. Counts as repeat of French 499 with Intro to English to French Translation topic.
Last Taught: Fall 2010, Fall 2008.
Application of advanced principles of French in a business, organizational, educational, political, or other appropriate setting.
Prerequisites: jr st; a 300-level or above course in French; 2.25 gpa; cons supervising faculty member.
Course Rules: One cr earned for academic work based on 40 hours in internship. May be retaken to 6 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2020, Spring 2020, Spring 2019, Fall 2018.
Designed to enroll students in UWM sponsored program before course work level, content and credits are determined and/or in specially prepared program course work.
Prerequisites: French 203(P); acceptance for Study Abroad Prog; conc reg in French 595(C).
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic.
Last Taught: Spring 2020, Fall 2019, Summer 2019, Spring 2019.
Course created expressly for offering in a specified enrollment period. Requires only dept & assoc dean approval. In exceptional circumstances, can be offered in one add'l sem.
Prerequisites: jr st; add'l prereqs may be assigned to specific topic.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic.
Last Taught: Summer 2004, Summer 2003, Spring 2003, Fall 1999.
Representative works of a major writer or writers.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 325(P) & 332(322)(P); or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2020.
Representative works of a major writer or writers.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 325(P) & 332(322)(P); or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2020.
Trends and schools in contemporary novels, theatre, and poetry.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 325(P) & 332(322)(P); or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2010, Fall 1990.
Trends and schools in contemporary novels, theatre, and poetry.
Prerequisites: jr st; French 325(P) & 332(322)(P); or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2010, Fall 1990.
Historic, social, geographic, phonological, and lexical evolution of French. How French fits into global and regional contexts.
Prerequisites: jr st; two of French 324(327)(P), 325(P), & 332(322)(P); French 392(P); or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2019, Spring 2016.
Historic, social, geographic, phonological, and lexical evolution of French. How French fits into global and regional contexts.
Prerequisites: jr st; two of French 324(327)(P), 325(P), & 332(322)(P); French 392(P); or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Last Taught: Spring 2019, Spring 2016.
Designed to enroll students before level, content and credits of work in France are determined. Translated into French 290, 390, or 490 upon completion of program.
Prerequisites: French 203(P); acceptance for Study Abroad Prog.
Last Taught: Spring 1992, Spring 1991, Spring 1990, Spring 1987.
Library resources available for research in French language and literature, including online academic databases, the library catalogue, and reference books.
Prerequisites: jr st; conc reg in one of French 428(C), 429(C), 430(C), 431(C), 432(C), 433(C), 450(C), 510(C), or 592(C).
Last Taught: Fall 2009, Spring 2009, Fall 2008, Spring 2008.
Designed to enable students studying language abroad to receive course credit at appropriate level.
Prerequisites: jr st; acceptance in Study Abroad Prog.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic.
Last Taught: Spring 2020, Fall 2019.
Designed to enable students studying language abroad to receive course credit at appropriate level.
Prerequisites: jr st; acceptance in Study Abroad Prog.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic.
Last Taught: Spring 2020, Fall 2019.
Advanced independent work under the supervision of a French faculty or instructional academic staff member. For further information, consult French prog coord.
Prerequisites: jr st; two 300-level French courses, 2.0 GPA; consent of instructor, department chair, and Assistant Dean for Student Academic Services.
Course Rules: May be retaken with change in topic.
Last Taught: Spring 2019, Fall 2018, Fall 2017, Spring 2017.