University of Richmond

The Combined Major in English and French

Note:  A grade of C (2.0) is required in all coursework comprising the major.

14.5 units, including

Seven courses in French, to include

  • FREN 305 French Composition
  • FREN 320 Introduction to French Literature
  • Two courses selected from
    • FREN 324 Francophone Cultures and Literatures
    • FREN 325 Medieval and Early Modern Society
    • FREN 326 Revolution in France
    • FREN 327 The Question of Modernity
  • Three 400-level courses in literature/culture
Seven courses in English, to include
  • ENGL 297 Literature in Context: Genre and Mode
  • ENGL 298 Literature in Context: Texts in History
  • One 300-level course from Group A (Literature Before the Early to Mid-19th Century)
  • One 300-level course from Group B (Literature After the Early to Mid-19th Century)
  • Two additional courses at the 300-level
  • ENGL 400 Junior/Senior Seminar
IDST 379 Combined Major Portfolio/Project 

Senior Writing Project
A senior writing/portfolio project (taken for one half unit as IDST 379) on a comparative topic dealing with literatures in English and in French, 20-30 pages, written in English or in French, making significant use of primary and secondary materials in both languages, conducted through independent study. During the senior year, students also will present a portfolio documenting significant achievements in their studies and including a reflective self-assessment of their work in the major.

Designated faculty members from each department will advise students upon declaration and as they progress through the major. Study abroad in a French-speaking country is very strongly recommended.