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CONTINUING EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE
IN FRENCH
LANGUAGE
AND CULTURE
— FSL Foundations
— FSL Intermediate
140 OR
280 HOURS
ON CAMPUS
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FRENCH LANGUAGE
AND CULTURE
The French Language and Culture certificates provide university recognition for programs of study in French as a
second language (FSL). Two certificate levels are offered.
The Certificate in French Language and Culture — FSL Foundations is ideal for the beginning French learner. It
can provide learners with a solid base of grammar and oral skills in order to acquire the basic skills required for
communication in French. Before enrolling in this certificate, students must have completed University of Calgary
Continuing Education course FRE 100 French I or its equivalent and, from there, will move through subsequent levels.
Students with previous knowledge of French who would like to enrol in a level higher than French I can arrange to
take a placement test.
The Certificate in French Language and Culture —
­ FSL Intermediate builds on the French language skills acquired
in the Certificate in French Language and Culture — FSL Foundations, or through previous learning. These courses
will continue to equip learners with a solid base of grammatical structures as well as the oral skills necessary to
communicate fluently in French.
FSL FOUNDATIONS
REQUIRED COURSES
CORE COURSES | 140 hours
FRE 102 French II I 40 hours
This course is designed for students who have some basic
knowledge of the French language. Students should be comfortable saying basic phrases and forming simple sentences
in the present tense. Conversation topics cover situations
in the workplace, at the restaurant, store, airport, etc. Main
grammar points include pronouns, adjectives and adverbs,
and the past tense with auxiliary verbs to have and to be.
Prerequisite: FRE 100 French I, or equivalent
FRE 103 French III I 40 hours
Continue to explore verbs in the present tense including some
irregular forms, expand your knowledge of the past tense
and learn to juggle with articles and pronouns, comparatives
and superlatives. Vocabulary use and role-playing will ensure
that your next trip to a francophone region is a success.
Prerequisite: FRE 102 French II, or equivalent
FRE 113 French Conversation I 20 hours
FRE 104 French IV I 40 hours
Conversation topics cover a large range of social situations,
workplace telephone calls, descriptions of emotions and
state of mind, and discussions regarding political, social
and artistic topics. The main grammar points introduced are
direct object pronouns, relative pronouns, future tense and
negative expressions.
Prerequisite: FRE 103 French III, or equivalent
SUBSTITUTION COURSES
In special circumstances, substitution courses, with permission from the program director, may be used. In most cases,
students will be limited to one online course. Credit for
immersion weekends may be granted up to two times for a
total of 40 hours.
FRE 112 French Immersion Weekend for Beginners
I 20 hours
FRE 122 Les verbes de temps en temps I 25 hours
I Online
FRE 123 Les pronoms de toute façon I 25 hours I Online
This course focuses on pronunciation, idioms, sentence
structure, oral expression and short presentations on current
topics and themes of interest. Students are given plenty of
opportunity to practise speaking and listening, by working in
pairs and small groups in a relaxed setting.
Prerequisite: FRE 103 French III, or equivalent
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FSL INTERMEDIATE
REQUIRED COURSES
CORE COURSES | 120 hours
FSL INTERMEDIATE ELECTIVE COURSES
Prerequisite: Certificate in French Language and Culture —
FSL Foundations, or equivalent, as approved by the program
director.
| 20 Hours
FRE 105 French V I 40 hours
This course is designed for intermediate learners. This level
consists of the following elements: reflexive verbs, the conditional and subjunctive tenses. Conversation at this level is at
a higher level of fluency and confidence.
FRE 145 French VI (Français pré-avancé) I 40 hours
The curriculum of this level focuses on the study of a variety
of texts which will help to expand vocabulary as well as mastering the more difficult rules of grammar.
Choose from:
FRE 111 French Immersion Weekend for
Intermediate or Advanced Students I 20 hours*
FRE 122 Les verbes de temps en temps I 25 hours
I Online
FRE 123 Les pronoms de toute façon I 25 hours I Online
Experiential Learning Component I 20 hours
One course from the French Language Instruction
Programme (FLIP)** undergraduate course I 40 hours
Enrichissez votre vocabulaire par l’étude de textes variés tout
en continuant à améliorer votre grammaire.
Special topic courses, when available I 20 hours
FRE 146 French VII (Français avancé) I 20 hours
* C
redit for immersion weekends may be granted up to two times for a
combined total of 40 hours
This course is for advanced learners. Students will enjoy a
class totally conducted in French. You will expand your
vocabulary while building competence for oral and written
production.
** For more information on FLIP, please call 403-220-4000
Pour ceux et celles qui possèdent déjà une bonne connaissance de la langue. Enrichissez votre vocabulaire tout en
améliorant votre expression orale et écrite.
FRE 111 French Immersion Weekend for
Intermediate and Advanced Students I 20 hours
A two-day program of linguistic adventure provides you with
an informal learning environment conducive to spontaneous
use of the language. Fees include bus, meals, lodging and a
whole lot of fun. Deadline to register is seven days prior to
the start of the course.
Prerequisite: French 104 French IV, or equivalent.
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DELIVERY
To assess your knowledge of French
All Continuing Education certificates have been developed
with part-time learners in mind. Most courses are offered in
the evening at the University of Calgary main campus. Immersion weekends are held off campus. Courses are offered in
classroom format and include final examinations.
If you have prior knowledge of French, you may take a placement test to determine the appropriate level for you to begin.
Students who begin the FSL Foundations program at a level
higher than French II may be required to fulfill core requirements by taking substitution courses.
TIMELINE
Note: The combined total of transfer and Advanced Standing
credits cannot exceed 40 hours for this certificate.
The Certificate in French Language and Culture — FSL
Foundations and the Certificate in French Language and
Culture — FSL Intermediate are both 140-hour programs.
Students who choose to take at least one course per session
can complete each program in approximately one and a
half years.
ADMISSION
You can take courses first and enrol in the certificate later;
however, as programs are subject to change, we recommend
you apply for admission to the certificate program as early
as possible. Once you are admitted, you can be confident
that you have locked in the requirements leading to your
graduation.
You must be a minimum of 18 years of age to be admitted to
the program. Successful completion of a Grade 12 diploma
and relevant work experience are recommended. If English
is not your first language, please review the English language
proficiency requirements at conted.ucalgary.ca/english
TRANSFERABILITY
Students who successfully complete the Certificate in French
Language and Culture — FSL Foundations can move directly
into the Certificate in French Language and Culture — FSL
Intermediate.
Students who successfully complete the Certificate in French
Language and Culture — FSL Intermediate can move directly
into the Certificate in French Language Studies provided
they meet University of Calgary admission requirements.
They will be granted credit for the first four courses of the
certificate program.
GRADING
Certificates are awarded to students who achieve a minimum
passing grade of C on courses that require a final examination, or Completed Requirements standing for courses that
recognize attendance and in-class participation for successful completion.
A degree or diploma is not required to enrol in this program.
NOTE: If you have not enrolled in the certificate program,
but plan on applying later, please notify your instructor of
your intentions so that you are evaluated and graded in your
courses.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Awards are given to deserving students not only for their
academic achievement, but also for community involvement.
Award sponsors include both corporate and private donors.
PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT
To apply, you must meet eligibility criteria and submission
deadlines. Students in this program may be eligible for:
Prior learning from other post-secondary institutions
•Mary Cone Barrie Scholarship
Advanced Standing may be granted for equivalent, graded
courses completed at other post-secondary institutions. All
courses must normally have been completed within three
years of enrolment in the certificate. Credit may be granted
for up to a maximum of 40 hours towards this certificate.
After discussing prior learning with an advisor, you may apply
for advanced standing at https://www.ucalgary.ca/cted/
forms/mc_advcredit
COURSE REGISTRATION
CERTIFICATE ADMISSION
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you are beginning with the French I
course, you may enrol online. Go to conted.
ucalgary.ca and look under Interest Areas.
Choose French as a Second Language, then
click on courses. You may enrol online using
Visa, MasterCard or American Express.
You do not need to be enrolled in the
certificate program to take a course.
Certificate in French Language and Culture
French Centre, Craigie Hall C302
University of Calgary Continuing Education
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB T2N 1N4
If you would like to enrol in a higher level of
French (French II or higher), you must take a
placement test. To arrange for a placement
test, please call 403.220.7226. After your
placement test, you may register for your
course in person or by telephone.
To be admitted to the Certificate in
French Language and Culture, please
go to conted.ucalgary.ca/apply
403.220.7226
1.866.220.4992 (toll free)
ucalgary.ca/frenchcentre
centrefr@ucalgary.ca
PUBLISHED APRIL 2015
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