BA.BI.FR - Biology+French (Major)

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.