60 Credits
Through the Normandale French program students work towards linguistic proficiency and cultural competence in a language spoken in over 50 countries. The study of French provides global insight as France’s foundational contributions to political, scientific, and artistic thought continue to shape our world. The Normandale program focuses on both France and Francophone regions. Knowledge of French is useful in many professional fields, including international business, global health, and science.
Required Courses
Incorporate the following Required Courses into the General Education/Minnesota Transfer Curriculum or Additional Course Requirements sections below.
General Education/Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) – 40 credits
*See MnTC Curriculum for specific course options
Goal 1: Communication – 2 Courses
| ENGC 1101 | Freshman Composition | (4 cr) |
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| COMM 1100 | Introduction to Human Communication | (3 cr) |
| Or | |
| COMM 1101 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | (3 cr) |
| Or | |
| COMM 1111 | Interpersonal Communication | (3 cr) |
| Or | |
| COMM 1121 | Small Group Communication | (3 cr) |
Goal 2: Critical Thinking
(Met By Completion of All 40 Credits of The Mntc)
Goal 3: Natural Sciences – 2 Courses
(Select from Two Different Departments; At Least One Must Include A Lab)
Course #1 _______________
Course #2 _______________
Goal 4: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning – 1 Course
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Goal 5: History and Social/Behavioral Sciences – 2 Courses
(Select from Two Different Departments)
Course #1 _______________
Course #2 _______________
Goal 6: Humanities and Fine Arts- 2 Courses
(Select from Two Different Departments)
Course #1 met by taking required FREN courses
Course #2 _______________
Goal 7: Human Diversity – 1 Course
Course __________________
Goal 8: Global Perspective – 1 Course
Course - met by taking required FREN courses
Goal 9: Ethical and Civic Responsibility – 1 Course
Course __________________
Goal 10: People and The Environment – 1 Course
Course __________________
Additional Course Requirements – 20 credits
One Health (HLTH) course.
One Exercise Science (EXSC) course.
Elective credits – additional course(s) numbered 1000 and above, if needed to complete the 60 credit requirement