Course - French grammar and phonology 1 - FRA1210
French grammar and phonology 1
About
About the course
Course content
The course is an introduction to central aspects of French grammar, such as basic syntax and verb morphology. Students practice basic syntactic analyses. The focus of the course is the relationship between the syntax of the sentence and its constituents, for example different types of word phrases and the use of pronouns.
The course also gives an introduction to and training in central rules for pronunciation in French. Students will use the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to transcribe simple texts. The main focus is on the relationship between orthography and pronunciation.
Teaching involves group work and students' active participation in solving practical and theoretical exercises.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Candidates who have passed this course:
- Are proficient in elementary syntactic analysis and morphology
- Can master the use of French tense forms
- Can explain basic differences in Norwegian and French word order
Skills
Candidates who have passed this course:
- Can transcribe simple French texts
- Are proficient in the central rules of pronunciation in French
General competence
Candidates who have passed this course:
- Have a basic understanding of differences between languages
- Can utilize their knowledge to support further language learning
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and group sessions. Oral and written proficiency training. Students are expected to actively participate in seminars, group sessions and presentations. The course is taught in French.
75% mandatory attendance (in lectures and seminars)
The absence limit is intended to cover normal sick leave and similar situations. Therefore, you will not be granted valid absence from teaching based on a medical certificate, even if the absence is due to circumstances beyond your control.
In special cases, agreements for exemption can be made with the course coordinator, preferably at the start of the semester.
Obligatory assignments: 4 assignments; the format of the individual assignments may vary depending on the course plan.
Approved obligatory assignments are valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester). All obligatory assignments must be completed in the same semester.
Compulsory assignments
- 4 assignments
- 75% attendance in all teaching activities
Further on evaluation
- Oral examination in phonology, ca. 20 minutes, with 30 minutes preparation time. This exam counts for 30% of the final grade.
- Written exam in grammar (4 hours). This exam counts for 70% of the final grade.
Each of the exams is graded separately. Only the final grade will be listed on official diplomas and transcripts of records from NTNU.
Both the written exam and the oral examination must receive the grade E or better in order for the student to receive a passing grade. If a student fails one or both parts of the exam, they must retake both parts of the exam. If a student resits a passed exam, they must retake both parts of the exam.
The exam must be answered in French. Information about which dictionaries, if any, you are allowed to consult during the written exam will be available in the reading list at the beginning of the semester.
Recommended previous knowledge
We recommend proficiency in French equivalent to French level II from Upper Secondary School/Norwegian "videregående skole".
Course materials
The reading list will be available at the start of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| FRA1200 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2019 |
| FRAC1200 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2019 |
Subject areas
- French Language
- French
- French Linguistics
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
Oral examination
To 2025-12-18 Time 09:00 Duration 20 minutes
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.