French for International Relations

Catalog description

TAUGHT IN FRENCH. COIL course. In this course, students learn and apply some of the linguistic skills and cultural knowledge of the professions associated with diplomacy and international relations in the Francophone world. Successful students will develop their communication skills through oral and written activities in the context of authentic situations. We study the structure and activity of international organizations, analyze international media, analyze data and report on a country's situation, learn about jobs and careers in the diplomatic world, draft a CV, practice work emails and targeted conversations. This practical course is focused on the development of professional French language skills and enhances the credentials of students interested in the field of International Relations and related areas. The course also includes an online exchange with a class of university students in France designed to strengthen interpersonal communicative skills in French and intercultural competence. This course is for students who have completed Intermediate French II or the equivalent (e.g., four semesters of French at the college level or four to five years in high school). It could be of interest for students who did not acquire their French skills in U.S. schools. Students needing advisement should contact the French Program Director. May not be offered in 2024-2025.