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 212 | Advanced French Grammar and Composition | 1 |
| or FREN 214 | Advanced French Composition and Conversation | |
| FREN 231 | Perspectives in French Literature: Love and Passion | 1 |
| or FREN 232 | Perspectives in French Literature: The Individual and Society | |
| FREN 226 | French History and Culture until 1789 | 1 |
| FREN 227 | French History and Culture 1789-1945 | 1 |
| 200 or 300 Level Courses | 2 | |
| Select 2 course units | 2 | |
| 300 Level Courses: | ||
| Select 3 course units of 300-level courses, with only 1 course unit in major-related courses | 3 | |
| Italian Studies | ||
| Core Requirement: 2 | ||
| ITAL 201 | Advanced Italian I | 1 |
| ITAL 203 | Masterpieces-Italian Literature | 1 |
| ITAL 202 | 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 2020 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.