B.A. International Languages & Cultures Program Map
French Track
ILC educates students to become better global citizens through instruction in foreign language, literature, film and culture. Through this study, students gain further knowledge of their own language and culture and are able to make informed cultural comparisons.
Stats
60
Core Credit Hours
25
Major Credit Hours
35
Elective Credit Hours
Plan Your Degree
Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C: ENGL 1101
English Composition I |
3 |
|
M: MATH 1001 OR 1111
Quantitative Skills & Reasoning or College Algebra |
3 |
|
S: HIST 1111 or 1112
World History |
3 |
|
F: FREN 1001
Elementary French I (Students may test out of this course.) |
3 |
|
I: Institutional Option |
3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1101 C or better (prerequisite for ENGL 1102)
- The Institutional (I) course can be any 1000 or 2000 level course from ANTH, ART, COMM, ECON, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, PHIL, POLS, PSYC, SOCI, or THEA
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C: ENGL 1102
English Composition II |
3 |
|
P: HIST 2111 OR 2112
US History |
3 |
|
F: FREN 1002
Elementary Spanish II |
3 |
|
T: Science + Lab |
4 |
|
S: Social Science |
3 |
Milestone:
- Complete ENGL 1102 with a C or better.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 16 Spring Credit Hours = 31 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: FREN 2001
Intermediate French I |
3 |
|
F: Secondary FL 1001
Elementary Foreign Language I (German or Spanish) |
3 |
|
T: Non-lab Science |
3 |
|
A: Arts, Humanities, Ethics |
3 |
|
Elective/Minor |
3 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
FREN 3100
Composition and Conversation |
3 |
|
F: Secondary FL 1002
Elementary Foreign Language II (German or Spanish) |
3 |
|
P: POLS 1101
American Government |
3 |
|
T: STEM Course |
3 |
|
Elective/Minor |
3 |
Milestone:
- FREN 3100 - May be taken up to three times for credit with different content
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: Secondary FL 2001
Intermediate Foreign Language 1 (German or Spanish) |
3 |
|
FORL 3000
Global Lang & Cult Colloquium |
3 |
|
FREN 3211
Topics in French Culture |
3 |
|
A: Arts, Humanities, Ethics |
3 |
|
Elective/Minor |
3 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
FREN Course
3000 or 4000 FREN course |
3 |
|
FREN 4000/4310/4320
Advanced French Translation, Francophone Civilization, or French Civilization and Culture |
3 |
| I: XIDS 2002 What do you know about: xx |
2 |
|
Elective/Minor |
3 |
|
Elective/Minor |
3 |
15 Fall Credit Hours + 14 Spring Credit Hours = 29 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
FREN Course
3000 or 4000-level French Course |
3 |
|
FREN Course
3000 or 4000-level French Course |
3 |
| Elective/Minor | 3 |
| Elective/Minor | 3 |
| Elective/Minor | 3 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
FREN 4484
Senior Capstone |
1 |
|
FREN Course
3000 or 4000-level French Course |
3 |
|
Elective/Minor
|
3 |
| Elective/Minor | 3 |
| Elective/Minor | 3 |
| Elective/Minor | 3 |
15 Fall Credit Hours + 16 Spring Credit Hours = 31 Credit Hours
Crush Your Course
First Year:
- Take FREN/GRMN/SPAN 1001 and 1002.
- Already have language experience? Take the placement exam and potentially save time and money be placing into a higher level course.
Middle Years:
- Complete FREN/GRMN/SPAN 2001 and 2002.
- Begin your second language and Seed courses.
- Participate in a study abroad program.
- Meet regularly with your faculty mentor.
Last Year:
- Present your research at ILC’s Undergraduate Research Symposium or UWG Scholars’ Day.
- Consider adding the Certificate in Global Languages and Cultures.
- Complete your Senior Capstone.
Find Your Place
First Year:
- Join ILC activities such as weekly conversation hours, monthly dinners, and student clubs.
- Attend screenings for the International Film Series.
Middle Years:
- Hone your language skills to become an ILC or Center for Academic Success tutor.
- Attend UWG Scholars’ Day.
- Talk to your faculty mentors about research projects you would like to pursue.
Last Year:
- Consider an internship that allows you to apply your knowledge of global languages and cultures.
- Apply for international programs that allow you to teach English abroad and refine your language and teaching skills.
Broaden Your Perspectives
First Year:
- Check out the education abroad office.
Middle Years:
- Consider a study abroad program. Check out students’ stories of their experiences.
Last Year:
- Assess your cultural competency.
- Consider working abroad and research visa regulations.
- Explore practices of creating more inclusive careers.
Connect Off-Campus
First Year:
- Visit Wolves Vote to learn about the voting process and registration.
- Consider volunteering for a campaign or organization in your community.
Middle Years:
- Complete an internship in your field.
- Consider a summer or part-time job.
- Ask your department about networking opportunities with alumni.
Last Year:
- Ask for advice from professionals in your field of interest.
- Explore career shadowing opportunities.
Take Care of Yourself
First Year:
- Visit the Center for Integrative Wellness to find all the resources available to you!
- Visit Health Services.
- Get fit! Visit URec to see all your options.
- Visit the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy.
Middle Years:
- Take a fitness class, climb the rock wall, or join an intramural team.
- Consider whether counseling is right for you: take a mental health screening.
Last Year:
- Explore a farmer’s market for fresh produce.
- Develop a post-graduation exercise plan.
- Explore your loan repayment options and complete your exit counseling.
Pave Your Path
First Year:
- Complete a self-assessment to see what careers and majors are right for you.
- Visit Career Services.
- Create your profile on Handshake.
- Consider applying for an on-campus job.
Middle Years:
- Draft your resume and attend a resume blitz.
- Learn about how to network on social media and update your Handshake profile.
- Draft your personal statement.
- Visit the graduate school to find out about graduate programs and admission requirements.
Last Year:
- Request references from professors and supervisors.
- Draft your resume cover letter and personal statement and revise it with career services.
- Attend business fairs and career fairs at UWG and across the state.
- Attend an interview workshop.
- Apply for graduate programs.
Careers
Career Opportunities
This degree may help you get work as the following:
- Aid Organizations
- Education and Research
- Government
- International Business
- Interpretation
- Law
- Non-profits
- Social Work
- Translation
- Travel and Hospitality Industry
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