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Course Description
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Course Name
Francophone Politics and Ideas
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Host University
Maynooth University
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Location
Dublin, Ireland
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Area of Study
European Studies, French, Political Science
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Language Level
Intermediate
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Prerequisites
FR101, FR121 or equivalent
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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ECTS Credits
5 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits2
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units3
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Study of a representative literary work and of extracts from post-colonial studies of French speaking African countries.
Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of the module, students should be able to:
- Define the relationship (political, cultural, economic and educational) between France and its former colonies in Africa.
- Discuss the specific characteristics of literature written in French by authors from sub-Saharan Africa.
- Demonstrate awareness of the situation of and extent of use of the French language in Africa since decolonisation.Teaching & Learning Methods:
- Lectures: 24 hoursAssessment:
- University scheduled written examination: 100%
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits are converted to semester credits/quarter units differently among U.S. universities. Students should confirm the conversion scale used at their home university when determining credit transfer.
Please reference fall and spring course lists as not all courses are taught during both semesters.
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