French
Associate in Arts Degree French · MiraCosta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The French program offers lower-division preparation for students who plan on transferring to pursue a bachelor's degree in French. Students planning to transfer and/or earn this associate degree may also need to complete additional requirements or electives required by the transfer institution, as many CSUs and UCs have unique admissions and preparation-for-the-major requirements. Students should meet with a MiraCosta College counselor to identify required courses and to develop a written plan for their targeted university.
Graduation Requirements
- Complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable units of credit (including major and general education courses).
- Complete all courses required in the major with a “C” or “P” or better.
- Complete a general education pattern of courses (see Associate Degrees).
- Obtain a minimum GPA of 2.0.
- Complete a minimum of 12 units in residence at MiraCosta College.
Program Student Learning Outcome
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to effectively communicate in the French language, demonstrating an understanding of cultural differences as related to personal and cultural topics as well as social issues.
Course Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| FREN 101 | Elementary French (First Semester) * | 4 |
| FREN 102 | Elementary French (Second Semester) | 4 |
| FREN 201 | Intermediate French (Third Semester) | 4 |
| FREN 202 | Intermediate French (Fourth Semester) | 4 |
| List A. Select one course (3-4 units): | 3-4 | |
| Students placing out of FREN 101, FREN 102, FREN 201, or FREN 202 by departmental approval, prerequisite satisfaction, or Advanced Placement scores shall use additional courses from List A to earn a total of 18 semester units in the major (Title 5, section 55063). | ||
| ARTH C1200 | Survey of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary | |
| COMM 215 | Intercultural Communication | |
| FREN 121 | Introduction to French Culture | |
| ITAL 101 | Elementary Italian (First Semester) | |
| ITAL 102 | Elementary Italian (Second Semester) | |
| SPAN 101 | Elementary Spanish (First Semester) | |
| SPAN 102 | Elementary Spanish (Second Semester) | |
| Total Units | 19-20 | |
* Students who have completed two years of high school French or who demonstrate proficiency do not need to enroll in FREN 101 and can start with FREN 102. Units awarded for AP exams will be based on the minimum semester admission units for all California State University (CSU) campuses as determined by the CSU and referenced in the AP chart.