Course - Advanced Course in French Literature - FRA2203
FRA2203 - Advanced Course in French Literature
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment and oral examination
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral examination | 1/3 | 15 minutes | ||
| Assignment | 2/3 | 1 semesters |
Course content
The student will read a selection of French literary texts from a specific period and/or within a specific thematic area. The students will gain competence in analyzing texts and in connecting reading to problematics related to literary history. By working with the text, the student will gain competence in critical reflection and in the understanding of cultural history.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Candidates who have passed this course:
- are familiar with relevant research problems in literary theory
Skills
Candidates who have passed this course:
- are able to analyse literary texts from a specific period and/or with specific topics
- are sufficiently proficient in French to be able to present literary topics both in writing and orally
General competence
Candidates who have passed this course:
- possess good analytical skills, abilities for critical reflection, and understanding of cultural history
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and group sessions with discussion.
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
- 1 short written assignment
- 1 oral presentation in French
- Written outline of term paper
Further on evaluation
Assessment:
- Term paper
- Oral examination The term paper (approx. 2500 words) should be based on the compulsory oral presentation. The oral examination (approx. 15 minutes) will be based on the curriculum.
The term paper and the oral examination is weighted at 2/3 and 1/3 respectively. Each of the exams are graded separately. Only the final grade will be listed on official diplomas and transcripts of records from NTNU.
Both the term paper and the oral examination must receive the grade E or better in order for the student to receive a passing grade. Students who fail must retake both parts. Students who resit a passed exam, must retake both parts.
The exam must be answered in French.
It is not possible for students who have passed the exam in FRA2203 to retake the exam in a semester where this course is not taught. Students who did not pass the exam, or who did not complete the exam due to illness may submit the exam in a semester where this course is not taught; however, they will not receive any supervision.
Recommended previous knowledge
Completed courses in French literature and literary history at FRA1000-level.
Course materials
The reading list will be announced at the beginning of the semester. Handouts during the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRA2201 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2008 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Language of instruction: French
Location: Trondheim
- French Literature
- French
- French Literature
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment and oral examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
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Assignment
2/3
Release
2023-11-27Submission
2023-11-28
09:00
INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Assignment 2/3 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Oral examination 1/3
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"