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Programs requirements

Please refer to the University Calendar for complete program requirements and  promotion/graduation regulations.

Where is the Placement Test?

If you decide to take a French course as part of your program (whether you are taking a major in French or not), you will initially have to fill out the online placement questionnaire which will help you establish your level of French. The final score will determine the courses you may register in through Carleton Central. Keep in mind that you can only take this test once. Please be as accurate as possible while filling out the test. French skills are checked during the first week of class.

Please note that this placement test is intended for Carleton students who have never taken a French course at Carleton before. If you have already taken and passed a French course at Carleton, then you should enroll in the next course via Carleton Central.

What is Permission of the Department and how do I get it?

During the first week of class the professor will assess your language proficiency level and your previous studies to ensure that you have the appropriate background knowledge for the course. If the professor accepts your level, you have permission of the Department. If you are judged to be at another level, or if the course is not suitable for your needs, the professor will recommend that you register in another course.

What does French Placement mean?

French Placement is a set of procedures used to ensure that you have registered in the appropriate level of language course. The first step is the self-assessment questionnaire (see below), which you must fill out as accurately and honestly as possible. The final score on this will help you choose the course in which to register. The second step takes place during the first week of class. Your spoken and written skills will be assessed and you will be given permission to remain if your level is considered to be appropriate for the course. If not, the professor will recommend another, more appropriate course.

If I am told to change courses is a place guaranteed for me in the new course?

The Department cannot reserve or create spaces for you in the recommended course. This is why it is very important that you complete the self-assessment questionnaire as accurately as possible, and that you read the registration guidelines and the course outlines before registering.

I am a first-year student and my placement recommends a second year course. Can I do this?

Yes, due to the varying language abilities of students, some students may be recommended to start in second year courses. This happens quite frequently and is nothing to be afraid of. This will not affect your program or program requirements in any way.

Where is the Department of French?

The Departmental Office is on the 16th floor of the Dunton Tower. Regular hours are 8:30-12:00 and 13:00 to 16:30. Professors’ offices are on the 16th floor.

I cannot fit another course in my schedule but would like to practice my French. Is there anything for me?

The Club francophone meets every week from September to April. It is a student-run society which organizes excursions and activities based on the needs of its membership. Anyone can join and drop in on a weekly basis to chat in French.

I have already taken one or several French courses at Carleton and now the program has changed.What is going to happen to my credits?

Don’t worry. Your courses will be counted and given an equivalence under the new program courses. Drop in to the Department to see how.

I speak French quite fluently but never learned to read and write well. Where would I register?

If this is the case you would normally register in FREN 2100.

I am a francophone. Any courses for me?

You could take courses numbered: FREN 2200 and higher, including 3rd and 4th year courses.

I want to help others speak French. How can I do that?

Come to the Department (1602DT) post an ad, meet the professors, stop in at a Club francophone meeting, leave your name and number.

I am a 3-4th year student. Can I still take 1st year French?

Yes, if your French competence is at a 1st year level, but make sure that you do not exceed the maximum number of 1st year courses allowed.

Any jobs openings in the French Department?

T.A. Undergrad,  Work Study. We will post this information shortly on our website. In the meantime check our bulletin board on the 16th floor.

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