RKMPER Languages, Cultures and Societies of French-speaking Countries (30+ cr)

The course "Languages, Cultures and Societies of French-speaking Countries" is a free minor for students of all faculties and is addressed to all those who, in their studies or their professional life, need knowledge of the French language and the social and cultural contexts of French-speaking countries. The aim is to enable students to communicate orally and in writing in work-related and international situations.

The programme is interdisciplinary in its approach. It includes: 1) language studies, which must consist of at least 5 credits, and 2) cultural and social studies, the emphasis of which can be chosen by the student.

It is designed and coordinated by the Centre for Multilingual Academic Communication (Movi). Teaching is provided both by Movi and by the Department of Language and Communication Studies, in cooperation with European Erasmus partners. The completed programme will be officially registered by Movi.

NOTE! The same course cannot be included in a faculty's compulsory or optional language studies and a study programme. In many faculties, this study programme can replace the compulsory 2nd foreign language courses.

On completion of the module, the student is expected to

• have basic knowledge of French-speaking communities and their cultures
• be able to use their knowledge and skills in a variety of academic, professional, and international interaction situations.
• be able to take into account the diversity of perspectives, norms, and values
• be able to communicate both orally and in writing in French
• be able to adapt their actions and linguistic resources to the situation.

It is advisable to start from the level of competence acquired in previous studies or elsewhere. If there is no previous knowledge, the module can be started with XRA0005 French 1.

For further information, please contact Teija Natri, Movi (teija.natri@jyu.fi).