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RISE OF THE HERO & THE POET IN FRENCH LIT (FR2057)

"The Rise of the Hero and the Poet in French Literature" (formerly "Masters of French Literature 1") has been modified to give AUP students and visitors an opportunity to engage with the canonical texts and counter-texts of French literature across its long span, from the Middle Ages to the present. French literature was the first vernacular literature to emerge on the European scene and until relatively recently it remained the most influential.

This panoramic overview of French literature is anchored in bilingual editions, inviting participants to interact closely with the French originals and their facing English translations (including The Song of Roland, François Villon, Voltaire’s Candide, a Beckett play). Depending on the individual student’s needs, supporting readings will be recommended in French or English. Written work may be submitted in either language. French is not a requirement, but the better the student’s level, the more he or she will benefit from the course.

INTRO TO LINGUISTICS/ A LA LINGUISTIQUE (FR2060)

A bilingual survey of linguistics conducted in French and English. Combines theory and practice to introduce students to the basic concepts in phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics. Focuses on the study of the human language as a system, the forms and functions of words and sentence elements, the creativity inherent in language systems, and language varieties. Prepares students to further investigate areas such as Historical linguistics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, language pathologies and first/second language acquisition.

THEATER IN PARIS (FR2075)

This course essentially happens in the theatres of Paris, exploring the city’s fabulous resources, exchanging with practitioners and scholars from other institutions. We see ways of integrating music, dance and “physical theatre,” innovative explorations of classics from European and non-European traditions, avant-garde masters and the brightest young experimental troupes. We have theatre that directly questions political dilemmas, collective theatre and director-driven theatre, machine theatre and theatre based around great individual actors. Taught in French. Papers done in French or English.
Course fee attached.

ACTING IN FRENCH (FR2077)

For non-francophones. Aims at improving oral skills, expression, spontaneous production of French using drama and situations closer to reality than usual classroom settings. Thanks to acting techniques, students will learn to use their relationships with the world and others to stimulate their imagination and their own creativity.

TOPICS IN FRENCH & POLITICS or CL (FR2090)

Topics vary every semester
Pre-requisite: FR 1200

TOPICS IN FRENCH (FR2091)

Topics vary by semester

FRENCH FICTION NOW: TRADUIRE LE ROMAN FRANCAIS CONTEMP. (FR2094)

Ce cours introduira les étudiants aux techniques et aux problématiques de la traduction littéraire par le cas particulier des traductions en anglais de romans contemporains écrits en français. La traduction sera discutée comme un transfert culturel : en observant comment des écrivains représentatifs (Houellebecq, Djebar, Gavalda…) ont été reçus aux USA, et en GB, et en faisant le commentaire de trois traductions récentes. L’essentiel du cours sera consacré à l’expérience collective et individuelle de la traduction d’un livre non encore traduit.

FRENCH AND CULTURE IV (FR2100)

This course reviews basic and complex sentence patterns in greater depth through discussions on students experience in Paris. Cultural and historical aspects of the French life are introduced. Students will learn additional vocabulary to express opinions, beliefs, doubts and emotions, and are shown various language registers (formal/informal vocabulary and structures) and intonations. Examples are taken from real life situations, film, television, newspaper articles, etc.The four language skills (listening, reading, speaking, writing) will be reinforced.

CRIMES AND SOCIETY: THE MAJOR CASES THAT CHANGED FRANCE (FR2101)

Patrick Henry, Marie-Claire Chevalier, the Outreau Trial, Omar Raddad, Guy George... These names are all associated to criminal cases that have
deeply marked French society, sparked numerous societal debates, and ultimately, have shaped attitudes and laws. This course will facilitate organizing debates, improving opinion expression, acquiring the necessary vocabulary to qualify statements and address more complex themes, both
in writing and orally.

1954 IN PARIS: A ROLE-PLAYING SIMULATION (FR2102)

Imagine you are a Parisian student in the 1950s and learn intermediate French through a role-playing simulation. You will express opinions, beliefs, doubts, and emotions about then-current films, newspaper articles, short texts, or political and social issues. You will explore the city of Paris from the perspective of your role-play character and discuss your "real" and "surreal" experiences with your classmates.