Syllabus

French III: Literature in French and Literary Analysis

Code
GFR35F
Points
7.5 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Language, Literatures and Learning
Subject field
French (FRA)
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
French1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G2F
Approved
Approved, 27 June 2023.
This syllabus is valid from 27 June 2023.
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Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, students shall, in good French, be able to:

  • analyse, interpret and discuss a selection of literary works from the French-speaking world
  • discuss and problematise the French-speaking world and various aspects of “la Francophonie“
  • analyse and problematise historical, cultural, literary and linguistic aspects of these countries/regions
  • apply scientific literary methods
  • demonstrate the ability to independently complete a short essay that meets basic literary requirements, and reflect on the writing process.

Course Content

In the course, a selection of fictional works are discussed in relation to the historical and social development of French-speaking countries. The course includes a study of the French-speaking world from a historical, literary, cultural and linguistic perspective. The course also includes scientific literary methods.
The language of instruction is French.

Assessment

  • Active participation in seminars
  • Short essay
  • Online examination

Grades

The grading scale used for the final course grade is U–VG.

To achieve the grade VG for the whole course, VG is required in the module Written Presentation.

Grades are reported as follows:

  • Written Presentation - 5.5 Credits | U–VG
  • Oral Presentation - 2 Credits | U–VG

Prerequisites

  • French: Written Proficiency II, 7.5 credits; French Literature II: Up to 1900, 7.5 credits; French II: Introduction to Linguistics and Academic Writing, 7.5 credits and French: Spoken French, 7.5 credits or French: Culture and Society II, 7.5 credits

Other Information

This course overlaps previous course codes GFR2KN and GFR27D.

This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.

If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.