The study of French concentrates on explaining and communicating ideas and concepts through reading, writing, and verbal processes. It also involves the creative use of words and the study of culture, literature, and civilization, with an emphasis on the spoken language in the classroom. This study affords insight into culturally diverse attitudes and methods and encourages free written and oral communication among people.
No associate's degree offered with a major in French. French courses may be used to fulfill requirements for an Associate in Arts degree with a major in Liberal Arts: Arts & Humanities emphasis. See Liberal Arts: Arts & Humanities emphasis for degree requirements for this major.
Career Opportunities
Advertising, Education, Government, Health Services, International Business, Journalism, Law Enforcement, Publishing, Social Work, Writing
Transfer
- California State University, San Bernardino: French major
- University of California, Riverside: French major
For the most up-to-date information on these programs and others, visit assist.org. If you have questions, please stop by the Transfer Center in Building 23 or make an appointment with a counselor.
French Courses
If any of these statements apply to you, see Counseling to assist with enrollment beyond FREN 101.
- Students who have earned the seal of biliteracy on their high school transcript may be placed into FREN 102.
- Students who have completed an AA/OPI (Oral Proficiency Interview) with a score of Intermediate MID/HIGH may be placed into FREN 200A.