Course - French Literature and Literary Analysis - FRA1130
FRA1130 - French Literature and Literary Analysis
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letter grades
Term:
Autumn
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home examination | 100/100 | 7 days |
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Term paper
Grade: Letter grades
Term:
Spring
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term paper | 100/100 |
Course content
The course should give students insight into theories and methods for critical analysis of various types of French-language texts. The course has a practical approach, focusing on the terms, techniques and methods for working with assignments in the different disciplines of French studies. Students will learn how to write short academic texts in French.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Candidates who have passed this course:
- have insight in terms used in critical analysis
- have insight into genre-related issues
Skills
Candidates who have passed this course:
- are able to read and understand short French texts in different genres
- are able to use analytical terms and methods in comments and interpretations of literary texts
- are able to write short academic texts in French
General competence
Candidates who have passed this course:
- possess basic analytical skills
- have basic competence in constructing and structuring texts
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and group sessions with discussion. Practical assignments. The course is taught in French.
Obligatory assignments:
80% mandatory attendance
1 short written assignment in French
1 oral presentation in French
For students following the programme in Language Studies with Teacher Education, at least one of the assignments must have a didactic focus.
Approved obligatory assignments are only valid for the semester in which the approval is given. All obligatory assignments must be completed in the same semester.
Compulsory assignments
- 80% attendance in all teaching activities
- 2 short written assignments in French
- 80 % mandatory attendance
- 1 short written assignment in French
- 1 oral presentation in French
Further on evaluation
Term paper (approximately 2000 words), written in French.
It is not possible for students who have passed the exam in FRA1130 to retake the exam in a semester where this course is not taught. Students who did not pass the exam, or who did not complete the exam due to illness may submit the exam in a semester where this course is not taught; however, they will not receive any supervision.
Recommended previous knowledge
Completed basis courses in French from autumn semester.
Course materials
The reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRA1103 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: French
Location: Trondheim
- French Literature
- French
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Home examination 100/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
Examination arrangement: Term paper
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Term paper 100/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"