Programs of Study
French
The tutorial program in French is designed for students with superior academic credentials who have completed at least four years of high school French or the equivalent. Strong skills in reading, writing, comprehension and speaking are required to enter the program. During the four-year curriculum, students will perfect these skills in tutorials and participate in a study abroad program in France, which is required. Tutorials offer the student a comprehensive and systematic study of French and Francophone language, literature, and culture. In consultation with the Director of Studies, students are advised to complete work in an additional area of concentration such as another foreign language, a certificate in International Studies, Political Science, Business, Education or other options. Students in the French Honors Tutorial Program are encouraged to participate in language-related activities beyond the classroom, including a Language Learning Portfolio, Phi Sigma Iota (the French honors society), tutoring students at the university level, or teaching French in the Athens public schools.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
In order to graduate, students must complete the following (unless otherwise advised):
- 60 hours of studies in French above 213, including 12 tutorials in the following areas:
Language: Phonetics, stylistics, advanced grammar and language teaching.
Literature: Courses in French drama, prose and poetry from the 16th to the 20th centuries; courses in Francophone literature representing Sub-Saharan Africa, the Maghreb, the Caribbean and Quebec.
Civilization and Culture: Studies in the history and culture of France and Francophone countries. - A ten week study abroad experience in France:
An additional program in a Francophone country is highly recommended, including our department's program in Quebec. Programs are also offered at other universities through the Office of Education Abroad, located at 185 Lindley Hall. Qualified students may apply for internships in French-speaking countries. - An Oral Proficiency exam with a minimum level of Advanced Mid:
This exam will be administered by a certified oral proficiency tester during the student's third or fourth year in the program. - Completion of a thesis developed in consultation with a thesis director during the final year of study.
SAMPLE PROGRAM
FIRST YEAR:
FALL
FR 297 T (5 hrs) Advanced Conversation and Composition (341 plus 1 hour of tutorial)
HC 250A (2 hrs) Freshman Honors Seminar
English 151 (5 hrs) Freshman composition
Electives (4-6 hrs) Courses in additional area of concentration
WINTER
FR 298 T (5 hrs) Advanced Conversation and Composition (342 plus 1 hour of tutorial)
Electives (13 hrs) Continue work in additional area of concentration.
SPRING
FR 299T (5 hrs) French through Film (434 plus 1 hour of tutorial)
Electives (13 hrs) Continue work in additional area of concentration.
SECOND YEAR:
FALL
FR 397 T (5 hrs) Introduction to French Literature (354 plus 1 hour of tutorial)
FR 397T (5 hrs) Applied Phonetics (437 plus 1 hour of tutorial)
Electives (6-8 hrs) Continue work in additional area of concentration.
WINTER
FR 398T (5 hrs) Introduction to Prose (355 plus 1 hour of tutorial)
Electives (11 hrs) Continue work in additional area of concentration.
SPRING
Study abroad in France (16 hrs in French language, literature, and culture)
THIRD YEAR:
FALL
FR 497T (5 hrs) Advanced study in French or Francophone literature.
Junior English requirement (5 hrs)
Electives (6-8 hrs) Selected in consultation with Director of Studies.
WINTER
FR 498T (5 hrs) Advanced study in French language or literature
Electives (11-13 hrs) Selected in consultation with Director of Studies.
SPRING
FR 499T (5 hrs) Advanced study in French language or literature
Electives (11-13 hrs)
FOURTH YEAR:
FALL
FR 497T (5 hrs) Thesis. Tutorial with thesis director.
Electives (11-13 hrs) Selected in consultation with Director of Studies.
WINTER
FR 498T (5 hrs) Thesis. Tutorial with thesis director.
Electives (11-13 hrs) Selected in consultation with Director of Studies.
SPRING
FR 499T (5 hrs) Thesis. Tutorial with thesis director
Electives (11-13 hrs) Selected in consultation with Director of Studies.
EVALUATION
The tutor will evaluate the student's progress based on the weekly performance of the student and on papers submitted. A copy of the final written work done in the course must be submitted by the tutor to the Director of Studies for the student's file.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION
Applicants must submit complete transcripts, including work done at other colleges or universities, with the HTC application. Students should be in the upper ten percent of their high school class. In addition, students should have at least 1300 combined SAT score or 30 ACT composite score. This requirement may be modified for particular majors or in unusual circumstances. Students must also submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from their foreign language teacher. The application deadline is December 1.
Further Information
If you have questions about the program, please contact:
Dr. Lois Vines
Director of French Tutorial Studies
Department of Modern Languages
Gordy Hall 267
Ohio University
Athens, OH 45701-2979
vinesl@ohio.edu
740.593.2776
Additional information can be found on the Department of Modern Languages web site: http://www-as.phy.ohiou.edu/Departments/Mod_Lang