Courses

Part 1

ECON 3705

Canada and the New Global Economy (3ch)

This course will examine the economies of Canada and France in the context of the new global economy with special reference to globalization, trade liberalization and the information technology and communications revolution.

 We will discuss the economic challenges and opportunities as well as political implications for Canada with respect to political agreements, trade and the demographic deficit. In particular the potential for enhanced political liaisons and Canadian exports to France and the European Union and contrast the population and immigration policies in Canada and France.

 Students will have the opportunity to visit institutions of economic, political and financial significance as well as accessing local government resources by way of experiencing a full immersion in the French economy.

Note: ECON 3705 will be taught in English. Students will have the opportunity to participate in the discussions in the language of their choice, English or French, and to submit their work in one of those languages.

Part 2: Please select one of the following courses:
Please note: UNB offers a variety of French language courses for beginners and advanced learners. If your knowledge of French is very low, you are invited to take a beginner FR course during the winter term in order to get ready for the trip.

Please keep in mind that you may choose to audit the FR courses or take them for credit. You can also take the WCLS course and submit your assignments in English.

Whatever you decide to do, don't worry, after a few days in France, you will have adapted quite well and greatly improved your knowledge of the French language.

UNB students who have never taken a French course are asked to take a placement test. This test is written in the computer lab, Singer Hall 156, at UNB and takes between 15-20 mins to complete.

For more information about courses, please contact Robert Viau (Program Director) at rviau@unb.ca for advising.

All French course will be taught by Dr. Robert Viau, Department of French, UNB
Author of Paris, capitale de la culture (2010) and Poitiers et le Poitou acadien (2013)

FR 1034

Oral and Written Communication I (3ch)

Students who have never followed FR courses at UNB may be eligible for 3 ch of lower level FR courses. Students should consult the French Department if applying for this course.

FR 2034

Oral and Written Communication II (3ch)

Students who have taken first year French or its equivalent may be eligible for this 3 ch course. Students should consult the French Department if applying for this course.

FR 3594

Paris in Literature (3ch)

Paris has played a key role in French literature. The city has inspired numerous poets, and novelists, and it has been described by countless others. Students will read, and study a number of works that highlight Paris and the provincial capital of Poitiers. There will be visits to museums, residences, cafés and cultural sites where the authors lived and wrote and where their novels take place. Participants will meet French writers and University professors while visiting cultural sites not normally open to the public.

Note: FR 3594 will be taught in French. FR 3594 counts towards a minor, a major or honours in French at the University of New Brunswick.

WLCS 3594

Paris in Literature (3ch)

Paris has played a key role in French literature. The city has inspired numerous poets and novelists and it has been described by countless others. Participants will read and study a number of works that highlight Paris and the provincial capital of Poitiers. There will be visits to museums, residences, cafés and cultural sites where the authors lived and wrote and where their novels take place. Participants will also meet French writers and University professors, while visiting cultural sites not normally opened to the public.

Note: Students read the novels in translation, and submit their assignments in English. WLCS 3594 counts towards a major or honours in the World Literature and Culture Studies (WLCS) program at the University of New Brunswick.