Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

Norwegian and French

Learning outcomes

Upon their completion of the course, students will have acquired knowledge about modern French literature.They will have the ability to analyse and place texts in a historical and social context. Students will also have acquired knowledge of contemporary France and the French-speaking world. The course aims to further improve students´ ability to understand and express themselves in French, both orally and in writing.

Contents

Modern French literature. Literary theory and history. Text analysis. An introduction to French society and the French-speaking world.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures and seminars.

Examination requirements

For major students: two oral presentations: one in litterature and one in culture. Two assignments: one in literature and one in culture.

For students on integrated teacher training programme with master´s degree: passed practice

Examinations

Portfolio with two written assignments (one in literature and one in culture). Assessment: Pass/Fail.

Student evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
FR-112 – French Literature. 7.5
FR-113 – French Civilisation. 7.5
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