French Arts and Society

Prerequisites: CASLF 212 or equivalent; or placement test results. Advanced study of French language through the analysis of a topic or theme in the arts and society. Students advance in speaking, reading, writing, and listening through the analysis of literary, historical, and cultural texts. Specific themes vary by semester. Topic for Spring 2027: Secrets, Lies and Family Ties. Through discussions of texts, films, and other media, students examine why people lie or keep secrets and how these choices affect individuals, families, and society in the Francophone world. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Creativity/Innovation, Digital/Multimedia Expression, Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy.