Course Listing

An introduction to ASL for students with no or minimal previous background. Develops basic proficiency in and understanding of the principles of ASL and encourages basic communicative competence in a second-language setting.

An introduction to ASL for students with no or minimal previous background. Develops basic proficiency in and understanding of the principles of ASL and encourages basic communicative competence in a second-language setting. Prerequisite: ASLA 1001H or permission of the instructor.

An introduction to the Chinese language for beginners. Covers the phonology, elementary syntax, and characters of Chinese, and develops cultural awareness. Students receive training in listening and speaking, in recognizing both simplified and traditional Chinese characters, and in using Pin Yin and Chinese character dictionaries. Students whose level of Chinese is judged by the instructor to be too advanced may not receive credit for this course. Excludes CHIN 1000Y.

An introduction to the Chinese language for beginners. Covers the phonology, elementary syntax, and characters of Chinese, and develops cultural awareness. Students receive training in listening and speaking, in recognizing both simplified and traditional Chinese characters, and in using Pin Yin and Chinese character dictionaries. Students whose level of Chinese is judged by the instructor to be too advanced may not receive credit for this course. Excludes CHIN 1000Y.

An introductory course for students with no previous exposure to French (who do not have 1 U/M French or its equivalent). Elements of pronunciation, vocabulary, and basic linguistic structures are studied through dialogues and other exercises. Not for credit toward a major in French Studies. May not be taken concurrently with subsequent to any other French course. Prepares students for FREN 1020H. Students whose level of French is judged by the instructor to be too advanced may not receive credit for this course. For students taking their first FREN course at Trent, admission to this course is based on the results of the French placement test.

A course in oral and written French for students with an above basic knowledge of French (who do not have 3U/M or 4U/M French or its equivalent). Relies on textual as well as on audio-visual and electronic support material. Not for credit toward a major in French Studies. Students whose level of French is judged by the instructor to be too advanced may not receive credit for this course. For students taking their first FREN course at Trent, admission to this course is based on the results of the French placement test. For other students, FREN 1010H is the prerequisite; or permission of the instructor. Not open to students with credit for FREN 1000Y. Equivalent to FREN 1001H.

A course in oral and written French particularly geared to students who have taken FREN 1020H but also for students with an above basic knowledge of French (who do not have 3U/M or 4U/M French or its equivalent). Relies on textual as well as on audio-visual and electronic support material. Not for credit toward a major in French Studies. Students whose level of French is judged by the instructor to be too advanced may not receive credit for this course. For students taking their first FREN course at Trent, admission to this course is based on the results of the French placement test. For other students, FREN 1020H is the prerequisite; or permission of the instructor. Excludes FREN 1000Y, 1002H.

A course in oral and written French particularly geared to students who have taken FREN 1030H, but also open to students at an intermediate beginner level who recognize the need for a systematic acquisition/review of grammar to develop their oral and written skills. Not for credit toward a major in French Studies. May not be taken concurrently with, or following, FREN 1101H and 1102H. For students taking their first FREN course at Trent, admission to this course is based on the results of the French placement test. For other students, FREN 1030H is the prerequisite; or permission of the instructor. Not open to students with credit for FREN 1040H, 2000Y, or 2001H.

A course in oral and written French particularly geared to students who have taken FREN 1060H, but also open to students at a strong beginner level who recognize the need for a systematic acquisition/review of grammar to develop their oral and written skills. Not for credit toward a major in French Studies. May not be taken concurrently with, or following, FREN 1101H and 1102H. For students taking their first FREN course at Trent, admission to this course is based on the results of the French placement test. For other students, FREN 1060H is the prerequisite; or permission of the instructor. Not open to students with credit for FREN 1050H, 2000Y, or 2002H.

An introduction to textual and oral comprehension, providing a basis for the critical appraisal of French and francophone cultural discourse. Includes conversation and review of French grammar. Prerequisite: 4U/M French or FREN 1040H or permission of instructor. Excludes FREN 1100Y.

An examination of selected Quebecois and French Canadian works and excerpts to provide training in textual analysis and writing of critical essays. Introduction to Quebec and French Canadian culture. Review of French grammar that focuses on challenges specific to Canadian speakers. Prerequisite: FREN 1101H or permission of instructor. Excludes FREN 1100Y.

Cross-listed: CAST-1102H

Designed for students with little or no knowledge of German, this course provides an introduction to spoken and written German through intensive teacher-student interaction and interaction in small groups, as well as an introduction to present-day Germany. Not open to students with 4U German or those judged by the instructor to be fluent in German. Excludes GRMN 1000Y.

A continuation of GRMN 1001H, this course provides an introduction to spoken and written German through intensive teacher-student contact and interaction in small groups, as well as an introduction to present-day Germany. Not open to students with 4U German or those judged by the instructor to be fluent in German. Prerequisite: GRMN 1001H or permission of instructor. Excludes GRMN 1000Y.

An introduction to modern approaches to the descriptive analysis of sounds, words, and sentences, including extensive practice in the application of linguistic techniques. Excludes LING 1000Y, MODL 1000Y, 1001H.

Approaches to the study of human language: how languages change over time, the role of language in society, the development of writing systems, language learning, the brain and language. Excludes LING 1000Y, MODL 1000Y, 1002H.

An introduction to the Russian language for students with no previous knowledge. Students are introduced to the Cyrillic alphabet and learn basic phrases and grammar to enable them to participate in basic conversations and to get around in a Russian-speaking environment.

An introduction to the Spanish language, with an emphasis on oral Spanish, pronunciation, reading, and writing. Students judged by the instructor to be fluent in Spanish may not receive credit for this course. Excludes HSST 1000Y, HSST/SPAN 1001H, 1002H.

An introduction to understanding, speaking, reading, and writing designed for students with limited or no knowledge of the language. The goal of the course is to encourage students to work towards developing control of everyday vocabulary and basic forms and constructions. Students judged by the instructor to be fluent in Spanish may not receive credit for this course. Excludes HSST 1000Y, 1001H, SPAN 1000Y.

Builds on the knowledge gained in HSST 1001H and continues to encourage students to work towards developing control of everyday vocabulary and basic forms and constructions. Seminar activities stress a communicative approach, which is reinforced through written exercises. Prerequisite: HSST 1001H or permission of instructor. Students judged by the instructor to be fluent in Spanish may not receive credit for this course. Excludes HSST 1000Y, 1002H, SPAN 1000Y.

An intermediate course in ASL for students who have completed the introductory courses. Enables students to rehearse previously learned conversational strategies and be able to correct information to minimize misunderstandings. Topics progress from talking about oneself and the immediate environment, to talking about others and one's community. Prerequisite: ASLA 1002H or permission of the instructor.

This course is designed for those who have some background in the Chinese language and who want to further their Chinese oral proficiency. Students are exposed to language and culture with authentic Chinese materials selected from a wide range of Chinese films and dramas. Prerequisite: CHIN 1002H or permission of the instructor.

Lectures and tutorials elucidate the distinction between reading for pleasure and reading for critical understanding. Subjects include the characteristics of the principal genres; the elements of French rhetoric and poetics; textual analysis and essay writing; research skills; and standard citation and formatting. Prerequisite: FREN 1100Y or 1102H or permission of instructor.

A course in oral and written French particularly geared to students who have taken FREN 1070H, but also open to students at an advanced pre-intermediate level who recognize the need for a systematic acquisition/review of grammar and vocabulary to develop their oral and communication skills. Not for credit toward a major in French Studies. For students taking their first FREN course at Trent, admission to this course is based on the results of the French placement test. For other students, FREN 1070H is the prerequisite, or permission of the instructor.

A course in oral and written French particularly geared to students who have taken FREN 2060H, but also open to students at an advanced pre-intermediate level who recognize the need for a systematic acquisition/review of grammar and vocabulary to develop their oral and communication skills. Not for credit toward a major in French Studies. For students taking their first FREN course at Trent, admission to this course is based on the results of the French placement test. For other students, FREN 2060H is the prerequisite, or permission of the instructor.

Thorough review of grammar and intensive practice in French composition. Lectures present fundamental grammatical and syntactic concepts and categories from a linguistic point of view. Workshops focus on exercises designed to ensure integration of these grammatical structures. Seminars focus on textual comprehension, stylistics, and composition and involve weekly writing assignments. Prerequisite: FREN 1100Y or 1102H or permission of instructor. Excludes FREN 2150Y.

Continued review of grammar and syntax and intensive practice in French composition. Lectures present fundamental grammatical and syntactic concepts and categories from a linguistic point of view. Workshops focus on exercises designed to ensure integration of these grammatical structures. Seminars focus on textual comprehension, stylistics, and composition and involve weekly writing assignments. Prerequisite: FREN 2151H or permission of instructor. Excludes FREN 2150Y.

A study of French language children literature, addressing topics such as folk and fairy tales, the founding of children's literature in nineteenth-century France, the school literature in French Canada in the early 1900s, and the growth of "littrature jeunesse" as an independent genre in Quebec and French Canada to the present day. Prerequisite: FREN 1101H and 1102H. Not open to students with credit for FREN 3236H.

A survey of the social and cultural history of France and the Francophone world from the seventeenth century to the present. Prerequisite: FREN 1100Y or 1102H or permission of instructor. Excludes FREN 2450Y.

A survey of the development of a culture from la Nouvelle-France to present-day Quebec and French Canada. Prerequisite: FREN 1100Y or 1102H or permission of instructor. Excludes FREN 2450Y.

Cross-listed: CAST-2452H

Intermediate German language course with comprehensive grammar review and intensive language practice. Prerequisite: GRMN 1000Y or 1002H or permission of instructor. Excludes GRMN 2000Y.

An intermediate course, designed to broaden students' knowledge of morphology and morphological analysis in English and other languages. Topics include methods of morphological analysis, morphophonology, derivation and inflection, the role of the lexicon, and morphosyntax. Prerequisite: LING 1000Y or 1001H (or MODL 1001H). Excludes LING 2001H, MODL 2001H.

An overview of articulatory and instrumental phonetics, including the mechanics of speech production, the accurate transcription of speech in any language, and the use of instruments to study the physical nature of speech sounds. Students learn all characters and values of the International Phonetic Alphabet, an indispensable tool for linguistic study and research. Prerequisite: MODL 1000Y or 1001H.

Cross-listed: ANTH-2010H

An overview of the field of historical linguistics. Students are exposed to the principles and methods of historical research on languages, including topics related to language change and the reconstruction of extinct languages from their known daughter languages. Prerequisite: LING 1000Y or 1002H (or MODL 1000Y or 1002H). Excludes MODL 2020H.

Cross-listed: ANTH-2020H

An overview of linguistic diversity and universal features of language through a survey of the languages and language families of several world regions. The course also focuses on endangered languages and language revitalization initiatives, with emphasis on indigenous languages in North America and across the world. Recommended prerequisite: LING 1001H and/or 1002H.

Intended for students with prior knowledge of the Spanish language (two years of secondary school Spanish; travel or exchange programs), the course builds on the knowledge and use of the language acquired in SPAN 1001H and 1002H, or equivalent, with a focus on review of grammar structures and oral practice. Prerequisite: SPAN 1000Y or 1002H (or 1000Y or 1002H) or permission of instructor. Excludes HSST 2000Y, 2001H, SPAN 2000Y.

This course builds on the knowledge and use of the Spanish language acquired in HSST 2001H or equivalent. Designed for students who wish to further develop their reading, writing, and conversation skills in preparation for HSST 2501H, 2502H, or other areas of study. Prerequisite: HSST 2001H or permission of instructor. Excludes HSST 2000Y.

An exploration of applied stylistics through the comparative observation of French and English with an emphasis on a Canadian perspective. Prerequisite: FREN 2150Y or 2152H. Excludes FREN 3050Y.

An introduction to the theory and practice of the techniques of translation with an emphasis on a Canadian perspective. Prerequisite: FREN 2150Y or 2152H. Excludes FREN 3050Y.

This writing-intensive course complemented with writing workshops is intended for students with upper intermediate to lower advanced knowledge of French. Through theory, exercises, and practical assignments, students learn how to use the potential of the French language to better relay their ideas in writing. Prerequisite: FREN 2050Y or 2151H or 2152H.

Beginning with a study of competing movements and critical approaches (mannerism, baroque, etc.), and comparing literary representations to examples drawn from the fine arts, the seminar focuses on the tensions-between the individual and power, reason and passion, clarity and concision-that characterize the classical aesthetic. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or 2451H. Excludes FREN 3170Y.

This survey shows how the French novel in the nineteenth century shaped a critical vision of postrevolutionary French capitalist society. From the Romantics to the Decadents. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or 2451H. Excludes FREN 3190Y.

A survey of the French novel in the twentieth century and its relation the notion of nouveau, from modernism to modernity to postmodernity-and beyond. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or 2451H. Excludes FREN 3200Y.

A survey of a century of French theatre, from the theatre de boulevard to the theatre de l'absurde to contemporary forms. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or 2451H. Excludes FREN 3200Y.

Modern and contemporary trends in literature: poetry, novels, theatre. Prerequisite: FREN 1100Y or 1102H, and a minimum average of 70% on all FREN credits completed. Excludes FREN 3200Y3201H, 3202H. Offered only in Nantes.

A survey of the beginnings and evolution of Quebec theatre, concentrating on twentieth-century work and beyond. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or 2452H, or permission of instructor. Excludes FRENCAST 3230Y.

Cross-listed: CAST-3231H

A survey of the beginnings and evolution of Quebec poetry, from patriotic poetry to contemporary forms. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or 2452H, or permission of instructor. Excludes FREN-CAST 3230Y.

Cross-listed: CAST-3232H

A study of French language children literature, addressing topics such as folk and fairy tales, the founding of children's literature in nineteenth-century France, the school literature in French Canada in the early 1900s, and the growth of "littrature jeunesse" as an independent genre in Quebec and French Canada to the present day. Prerequisite: FREN 1101H and 1102H.

Focuses on significant works of Francophone literature of North America and studies them in their historical, political, sociological, and cultural context. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and one of 2450Y or 2452H.

Cross-listed: CAST-3237H

Focuses on significant works of First Nations literature published in French and studies them in their historical, political, sociological, and cultural context. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or 2452H.

Cross-listed: CAST-3238H, INDG-3238H

This course meets the Indigenous Course Requirement.

Focuses on significant works of Franco-Ontarian literature and studies them in their historical, political, social-economic, and cultural context. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or 2452H.

Cross-listed: CAST-3239H

Introduces students to the literature of la Francophonie, more specifically to texts from the Caribbean and the Maghreb (North Africa). Questions of identity, colonialism, hybridity, language, "popular" genres, and gender and sexuality are introduced. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or both 2451H and 2452H.

Introduction to eighteenth-century French philosophers. Prerequisite: FREN 1100Y or 1102H, and a minimum average of 70% on all FREN credits completed. Excludes FREN 3305Y. Offered only in Nantes.

A survey of the history of France from prehistoric times to the present. Prerequisite: FREN 1100Y or 1102H, and a minimum average of 70% on all FREN credits completed. Excludes FREN-HIST 3505Y. Offered only in Nantes.

Cross-listed: HIST-3506H

A survey of the beginnings and evolution of the Quebec novel from its birth in 1837 to the nineteenth century to the "terroir" novel to the first representations of the city. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or 2452H. Excludes FREN-CAST 3830Y, 4830Y.

Cross-listed: CAST-3831H

A survey of the Quebec novel, from the end of World War II to contemporary times. Prerequisite: FREN 2051H and either 2450Y or 2452H, or permission of instructor. Excludes FREN-CAST 3830Y, 4830Y.

Cross-listed: CAST-3832H

An intermediate/advanced course, designed to broaden students' knowledge of syntax, syntactic analysis, and semantics, primarily in English but with reference to other languages. Topics include phrase structure and tree drawing, structural relations, X-bar theory, raising, movement, binding, and minimalism, as well as related topics in lexical and formal semantics. Prerequisite: LING 1000Y or 1001H (or MODL 1001H).

An introduction to the methods of stylistics, including linguistic approaches to literary analysis, foregrounding and deviation, applications of stylistics to non-literary texts (journalism, speeches, advertising, etc.), and computer-based methods (corpus stylistics). Students develop practical skills in applying linguistic tools to a wide range of texts. Prerequisite: 4.0 university courses or permission of instructor. Recommended: 1.0 ENGL or MODL credit at the 1000 level.

An overview of the field of second language acquisition and learning, with an emphasis on linguistic applications to the field, individual differences (affective and cognitive), learning and teaching styles, bilingualism, patterns of interlanguage development, fossilization, competence/performance, cultural factors, and the role of the first language. Prerequisite: 4.0 university credits or permission of instructor. Recommended: LING 1000Y or 1002H (or MODL 1000Y or 1002H). Excludes MODL 3060H.

An introduction to the study of language in use in society. Topics include varieties of language; pragmatics; ethnographic approaches; discourse analysis; multilingualism; pidgins and creoles; sexist language; language in education; and language policy and planning. Students investigate how language is shaped by factors such as region, sex/gender, age, and identity. Prerequisite: 4.0 university credits or permission of instructor. Recommended: LING 1000Y or 1002H.

Supervised work in Francophone culture with a local organization. Open to Honours students in French Studies. Candidates must consult with the department chair, find a supervisor, and submit a written proposal before August 1 (for the Fall term) or November 15 (for the Winter term). Prerequisite: 14.0 university credits; 5.0 FREN credits including 4.0 beyond the 1000 level; a minimum 80% average in French Studies courses FREN courses completed; permission of the instructor; and permission of the chair.

This writing-intensive course complemented with writing workshops is intended for students with advanced knowledge of French. Prerequisite 5.0 FREN credits including 4.0 at the 2000-level or higher, and one of FREN 2151H or 2152H or 2150Y or 3053H.

A creative writing workshop. Various writing techniques are applied; genres (poetry, short story, etc.) are explored through writing. Prerequisite: 5.0 FREN credits including 4.0 beyond the 1000 level, with a minimum of 60% in each; or permission of the department.

Covers French theory with a strong emphasis on twentieth-century theories: formalism, structuralism, social criticism, narratology, psychoanalytic criticism, semiotics, feminism. Prerequisite: 5.0 FREN credits including 4.0 beyond the 1000 level, with a minimum of 60% in each; or permission of the department. Excludes FREN 4200Y.

A study of Quebec science fiction and fantasy, both from a historical perspective, based on literary movements and tendencies, and from the perspective of genre theories, observing their constitutive traits, their similarities, and their fundamental differences. Prerequisite: 10.0 university credits, including 3.0 FREN credits beyond the 1000 level, or permission of the department. Excludes FREN 4500Y (2010-2011).

Cross-listed: CAST-4229Y, CUST-4229Y

Consists of an exploration of gender issues in French language and literatures with a focus on questions specific to French Canada and Quebec. Prerequisite: 5.0 FREN credits including 4.0 beyond the 1000 level, with a minimum of 60% in each; or permission of the department.

Cross-listed: GESO-4251H

A survey of current affairs from French language newspapers and information websites in Canada. The course focuses on topics and issues impacting French communities across Canada. Prerequisite: 10.0 university credits, including 3.0 FREN credits beyond the 1000 level, or permission of the department.

Cross-listed: CAST-4301H

Examines French-language cinema culture, primarily in Europe, Quebec, the Caribbean, and West Africa. We consider the impact of decolonization and globalization on Francophone cultures, addressing questions of racialization, marginalization, multiculturalism, and bilingualism, while learning about the cinema as a particular medium of artistic expression. Prerequisite: 10.0 university credits, including 3.0 FREN credits beyond the 1000 level, or permission of the department.

Cross-listed: CUST-4302H

Focuses on a specific topic linked to Quebec literature. Advanced study of the corpus based on relevant literary terminology. Prerequisite: 5.0 FREN credits including 4.0 beyond the 1000 level, with a minimum of 60% in each; or permission of the department. Students may take only one of FREN 4500Y or 4501H for credit.

Focuses on a specific topic linked to Quebec literature. Advanced study of the corpus based on relevant literary terminology. Prerequisite: 5.0 FREN credits including 4.0 beyond the 1000 level, with a minimum of 60% in each; or permission of the department. Students may take only one of FREN 4500Y or 4501H for credit.

Focuses on a specific topic linked to French literature. Advanced study of the corpus based on relevant literary approaches. Prerequisite: 5.0 FREN credits including 4.0 beyond the 1000 level, with a minimum of 60% in each; or permission of the department. Students may take only one of FREN 4800Y or 4801H for credit.

Prerequisite: FREN 1102H and a minimum average of 70% on all FREN credits completed.

Reading Course

Prerequisite: 10.0 university credits including LING 1001H, LING 1002H, and 1.5 additional LING credits; and permission of instructor.

Designed for students to pursue advanced studies in Spanish language, literature, or culture under the general supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisite: 10.0 university credits including 2.0 SPAN credits.