Romance Languages: French and Italian, BA
The Dual Romance Languages Major allows students to pursue advanced course work across two Romance Languages: French, Spanish, and/or Italian. It is an 18-credit major, with nine advanced courses in each language. Interested students should contact the Undergraduate Coordinator or the appropriate undergraduate chairs for more information and guidance.
The minimum total course units for graduation in this major is 36. Double majors may entail more course units.
Students are required to meet with the appropriate undergraduate chairs prior to beginning course work. Study Abroad courses must be pre-approved by the Undergraduate Chair to count for the major.
For more information: http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/roml/
For information about the General Education requirements, please visit the College of Arts & Sciences Curriculum page.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| College General Education Requirements and Free Electives | ||
| Foundational Approaches + Sectors1 + Free Electives | 18 | |
| Major Requirements | ||
| French Studies | ||
| Core Requirement: 2 | ||
| FREN 1212 | Advanced French Grammar and Composition | 1 |
| or FREN 1214 | Advanced French Conversation and Composition | |
| FREN 1231 | Perspectives in French Literature: Love and Passion | 1 |
| or FREN 1232 | Perspectives in French Literature: The Individual and Society | |
| FREN 1226 | French History and Culture to 1774 | 1 |
| FREN 1227 | French History and Culture 1789-1945 | 1 |
| 2000 or 3000 Level Courses | 2 | |
| Select 2 course units | 2 | |
| 3000 Level Courses: | ||
| Select 3 course units of 3000-level courses, with only 1 course unit in major-related courses | 3 | |
| Italian Studies | ||
| Core Requirement: 2 | ||
| ITAL 1000 | Advanced Italian I | 1 |
| ITAL 1890 | Masterpieces-Italian Literature | 1 |
| ITAL 1200 | Advanced Italian II | 1 |
| Electives: | ||
| Select 6 course units of electives, with no more than two courses taught in English | 6 | |
| Research Requirement | ||
| Complete Research Requirement in the Department at Penn | ||
| Total Course Units | 36 | |
- 1
You may count no more than one course toward both a Major and a Sector requirement. For Exceptions, check the Policy Statement.
- 2
Must be taken in the Department at Penn.
Honors
Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 in the major and a GPA of 3.3 overall. Only one of the courses below need to be taken, and it must be taken in the Department at Penn.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Honors Thesis | ||
| Honors Thesis | ||
| Honors Thesis | ||
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2023 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.