The Associate of Arts in French (AA in French) provides students with a solid foundation of the French language and of the diverse cultures of the French-speaking world. The courses introduce students to the basics of language so that they gain confidence in reading, writing, and conversing in the French language. Courses present students a variety of texts in different formats and genres to reveal the rich history, customs, and cultures of the French-speaking world. The Associate of Arts in French provides students with the necessary coursework to transfer to a four-year university where students will have the opportunity to complete a bachelor's or graduate degree in French. Depending on their entry level of French, the students seeking an A.A. in French can choose to start among the following courses: FRNC 1A, FRNC 1B, or FRNC 2A.
Major Core Requirements (20 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| FRNC001A | Beginning French | 5 units |
| FRNC001B | Beginning French | 5 units |
| FRNC002A | Intermediate French | 5 units |
| FRNC002B | Intermediate French | 5 units |
| FRNC003A | Advanced French Oral and Written Composition | 5 units |
| FRNC003B | Advanced French Oral and Written Composition | 5 units |
Total Major Units: 20 units
To be awarded an Associate Degree, a student must:
- Achieve a grade of 鈥淐鈥� or better in the major requirements.
- Completion of WVC, CSU-Breadth, or IGETC General Education patterns. Students whose goal is to obtain a bachelor鈥檚 degree should complete the CSU-Breadth or IGETC General Education pattern.
- Complete additional degree applicable units to meet the minimum 60-unit Associate Degree requirements.