Syllabus

French: Culture and Society II

Code
GFR27P
Points
7.5 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Language, Literatures and Learning
Subject field
French (FRA)
Group of Subjects
French
Disciplinary Domain
Humanities, 100%
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
French1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G1F
Approved
Approved, 07 March 2019.
This syllabus is valid from 07 March 2019.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course the student shall, in French, be able to:

  • describe and discuss events in and aspects of the history of France
  • describe orally and in writing cultural and social conditions in France.

Course Content

During the course, articles and texts dealing with the history and culture of France, French society and the French-speaking world, are analysed both orally and in writing. Students also reflect critically on these texts.

Assessment

The course is assessed continuously through active participation in seminars,oral presentations and written assignments including an independent short text.

Forms of Study

Teaching consists of lectures and obligatory seminars, where students should participate actively. Instruction is in French.

Grades

The Swedish grades U–VG.

To achieve the grade of VG for the whole course, VG is required in both modules.

Reporting of grades:
Module 1: Active participation in seminars and oral presentations - 2.5 cr
Module 2: Written assignments - 5 cr

Prerequisites

  • French Written Proficiency I, 7.5 credits, French Oral Proficiency, 7.5 credits, French Literature I: From 1900 to the Present Day, 7.5 credits and French: Culture and Society I, 7.5 credits on First cycle
  • No knowledge of Swedish is required.

Other Information

Replaces GFR26S and FR1093.