- Complete all of the requirements for a Biology major (50 credits).
- A total of 20 additional credits in French and Francophone Studies, comprised as follows:
- At least 16 credits taught in French at the 200-level or above, or equivalent
- French language courses numbered below 200 do not count toward the major.
- Up to 8 credits may be comprised of any combination of the following:
- Up to 4 credits from approved courses taught in English
- Up to 8 credits transferred from off-campus studies or another institution
- Up to 4 credits “double-dipped” with approved courses counted toward another major or minor
- Up to 4 AP or IB credits
- Attainment of the level of B2 or Advanced Low on a recognized language proficiency assessment (DELF, ACTFL, etc.)
- Two or more of the following integrative components with the primary major:
- A thesis topic that explicitly incorporates a significant portion of French/Francophone content, broadly understood. The thesis project is also expected to be sufficiently biological to satisfy the requirements for Biology 490.
- An independent study in Biology conducted substantially in French. If done during the academic year, this option may also earn 1 or 2 credits for Biology 481 or 482, which can be applied toward the Biology general elective requirements.
- A grade of B or higher in a Biology course taught in French (normally only an option through off-campus studies)
- A research experience or internship related to Biology, conducted in French
- An oral presentation of the senior project (or equivalent) in French, for a general public audience
- Portfolio + reflective essay in French
- Complete the senior self-evaluation survey about the student’s combined major experience.
- Honors
- Determined according to the criteria for the Biology major
- Notes
- Within the 8-credit transfer limitation, any university-level courses taught entirely in French may count toward the French requirements, regardless of topic.
- Biology+French candidates have a major advisor in Biology, and a second advisor from French and Francophone Studies who works with them to define and assess the integrative component. Students should approach a French advisor as soon as possible after declaring their primary major.
Total Credits
70