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France: Paris -
Academics
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Main Building of the University
of Paris I, the Sorbonne. AU students take courses
with international students in the Sorbonne's
French Language and Civilization Program.
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Courses
Imagine enhancing your French language skills this
spring through a unique program at La Sorbonne, the
institution that's synonymous with the sophistication,
elegance, and the history of Paris. During AU Abroad’s
France: Paris Enclave program students study through
the Sorbonne's
Cours de la Civilisation program for international
students - and earn a semester of American University
credit. These credits are readily transferable to
other colleges and universities. Following are descriptions
of the courses offered.
Paris Civilization and Culture
(SIS 335; 3 credits - Required)
In order to understand contemporary French life
and culture, one must grasp the major outline of French
culture and history. This course, taught in English
at the beginning of the semester, proposes a broad
chronological overview of French and Parisian history
enhanced by weekly on-site lectures at monuments corresponding
to each period. In addition, students examine contemporary
Paris in its daily expression, such as the use of
space, eating habits, and public comportment. This
course does NOT count towards the French major or
minor at AU.
Islam in France
(SABD-301-001S; 3 credits)
French Grammar and Phonetics: Cours Practiques
or Cours Alleges
(Cours Pratiques, SABD-300-001S, 9 credits
OR Cours Alleges, SABD-300-002S, 4 credits - Required)
Your skills in speaking, reading, and writing
French will vastly increase during the semester, as
you intensely study at the élémentaire,
moyen, or supérieur level, depending on your
knowledge of the language. Covering similar topics
as “French Grammar and Phonetics: Cours Pratiques”
students at the appropriate language level may find
this less intensive language course appealing. It
allows for more time in a student’s schedule
to take advantage of the Sorbonne’s course offerings
and gain valuable work experience. Please Note: Cours
Alleges is ONLY offered during Spring Semesters.
Following are descriptions of topics covered in each
level:
Niveau élémentaire
Even if you have not studied French previously,
this level will give you a strong foundation in French-language
speaking, writing, and grammar.
Niveau Moyen
Improve your writing and communication skills
in the French language by studying syntax, semantic
and idiomatic expressions, and phonetics. Improve
your writing and communication skills in the French
language by studying syntax, semantic and idiomatic
expressions, and phonetics.
Niveau Supérieur
Students will master French composition and
conversation. Take additional course(s) in French
Civilization and Culture.
Conférence Courses
(SABD-301; 2 credits)
For students with a high level of French language
skills, additional "conférence" courses
in French Civilization and Culture are offered each
semester. Past semester offerings have included: Introduction
to Contemporary French Society, French Literature
of the 19th Century, French Politics, and History
of Modern French Art.
A typical course load for the Spring semester resembles
French Grammar and Phonetics: 9 credits
Paris Civilization and Culture: 3 credits
Islam in France: 3 credits
Conference Course: 2 credits
Total: 17 credits
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