SJSU Catalog

Foreign Languages Department

BA - French, Preparation for Teaching

This major is designed for students interested in teaching foreign languages in high school or middle school. The following course work satisfies San José State University's requirements for a BA in French.

Minimum grade point average (GPA) criteria may be required for verification of subject matter competency. Completion of the program will not guarantee admission to the credential program. Like all other applicants, students must meet credential program standards and undergo screening for admission. See "Teaching: How to Become a Teacher in California" (see index) for information on application and admission to credential programs.

Course Requirements
General Education Requirements			45
Of the 51 units required by the university, 6 may be satisfied by specified major and support requirements. Consult major advisor for details.
American Institutions			(6)
Of the 6 units required by the university, all may be satisfied within general education requirements as specified in the schedule of classes.
Physical Education			2
Preparation for the Major and Supporting Courses			15-19
FREN 025A, FREN 025B and FREN 025C (or equivalent) (9); One year of a second foreign language (or equivalent) (6-10)
Requirements in the Major			36
FREN 101A, FREN 101B, FREN 101C, FREN 102A, FREN 102B, FREN 105 and FREN 110 (21); FORL 100W (3); Complete four courses from: FREN 120A, FREN 120B, FREN 132, FREN 140A, FREN 140B, FREN 160 (including two from 120A, 120B, 140A, 140B, 170) (12)
Minor			12-18
A minor in another foreign language is recommended.
Electives			0-10
Total Units:			120