Courses

This course is intended for students with no prior knowledge of French as well as those seeking an in-depth review of the basics. As the first course in a three-quarter sequence, it introduces students to communicative proficiency through guided tasks grounded in authentic cultural content.

The course emphasizes functional proficiency, with a particular attention to present-tense constructions, and engages students across all three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). Sustained engagement with French and Francophone content fosters cultural awareness and encourages intercultural reflection.

Prerequisites
For students with no prior French, or placement into FREN 10100.

SPAN 10100 is the initial segment of the introductory-level course sequence in Spanish language and Hispanic culture, and presupposes no previous exposure to Spanish. The introductory course sequence in Spanish has two main objectives: 1) to enable students to understand simple texts and dialogues and communicate successfully with highly proficient speakers about everyday, concrete topics; and 2) to build students’ transcultural competence via exposure to different aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures. Using a task-based approach, the course will provide students with a solid foundation in the basic patterns of spoken and written communication in Spanish (grammar, syntax, vocabulary, sociolinguistic norms), with emphasis on all four linguistic skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing).

SPAN 10100 is the initial segment of the introductory-level course sequence in Spanish language and Hispanic culture, and presupposes no previous exposure to Spanish. The introductory course sequence in Spanish has two main objectives: 1) to enable students to understand simple texts and dialogues and communicate successfully with highly proficient speakers about everyday, concrete topics; and 2) to build students’ transcultural competence via exposure to different aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures. Using a task-based approach, the course will provide students with a solid foundation in the basic patterns of spoken and written communication in Spanish (grammar, syntax, vocabulary, sociolinguistic norms), with emphasis on all four linguistic skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing).

This course is intended for students with no prior knowledge of French as well as those seeking an in-depth review of the basics. As the first course in a three-quarter sequence, it introduces students to communicative proficiency through guided tasks grounded in authentic cultural content.

The course emphasizes functional proficiency, with a particular attention to present-tense constructions, and engages students across all three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). Sustained engagement with French and Francophone content fosters cultural awareness and encourages intercultural reflection.

Prerequisites
For students with no prior French, or placement into FREN 10100.

This course is intended for students with no prior knowledge of French as well as those seeking an in-depth review of the basics. As the first course in a three-quarter sequence, it introduces students to communicative proficiency through guided tasks grounded in authentic cultural content.

The course emphasizes functional proficiency, with a particular attention to present-tense constructions, and engages students across all three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). Sustained engagement with French and Francophone content fosters cultural awareness and encourages intercultural reflection.

Prerequisites
For students with no prior French, or placement into FREN 10100.

This course is the first of a three-part language sequence that provides beginning students with a solid foundation in the language and the cultural norms necessary for everyday communication in Italy. It is designed to help students obtain functional competency in speaking, writing, reading, and listening. Students will practice all three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational). They will also explore aspects of Italian culture, traditions, and regions through a selection of texts and audio-visual materials that aim to raise cultural awareness and encourage intercultural reflection.

This course is intended for students who have no previous knowledge of Portuguese and for students who need an in-depth review of the basic patterns of the language.

This course is the second in a three-quarter sequence and builds on the foundations established in FREN 10100. It expands students’ communicative proficiency through increasingly complex, task-based engagement with authentic cultural content.

The course emphasizes functional proficiency, with attention to present- and past-time frames, and engages students across all three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). Sustained engagement with French and Francophone content deepens cultural awareness and encourages ongoing intercultural reflection.

Prerequisites
FREN 10100 or placement into FREN 10200.

SPAN 10200 is the second segment of the introductory-level course sequence in Spanish language and Hispanic culture. The introductory course sequence in Spanish has two main objectives: 1) to enable students to understand simple texts and dialogues and communicate successfully with highly proficient speakers about everyday, concrete topics; and 2) to build students’ transcultural competence via exposure to different aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures. Using a task-based approach, the course will provide students with a solid foundation in the basic patterns of spoken and written communication in Spanish (grammar, syntax, vocabulary, sociolinguistic norms), with emphasis on all four linguistic skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing).

Prerequisites
SPAN 10100 or placement.

This course offers a rapid review of the basic patterns of the language presented in ITAL 10100 and further explores the language and the cultural norms necessary for everyday communication in Italy. It is designed to help students obtain functional competency in speaking, writing, reading, and listening with a focus on present and past time frames. Students will practice all three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational). They will also explore aspects of Italian culture, traditions, and regions through a selection of texts and audio-visual materials that aim to raise cultural awareness and encourage intercultural reflection.

Prerequisites
ITAL 10100 or placement.

This course is a rapid review of the basic patterns of the language and expands on the material presented in PORT 10100.

Prerequisites
PORT 10100 or placement.

SPAN 10200 is the second segment of the introductory-level course sequence in Spanish language and Hispanic culture. The introductory course sequence in Spanish has two main objectives: 1) to enable students to understand simple texts and dialogues and communicate successfully with highly proficient speakers about everyday, concrete topics; and 2) to build students’ transcultural competence via exposure to different aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures. Using a task-based approach, the course will provide students with a solid foundation in the basic patterns of spoken and written communication in Spanish (grammar, syntax, vocabulary, sociolinguistic norms), with emphasis on all four linguistic skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing).

Prerequisites
SPAN 10100 or placement.

This course is the second in a three-quarter sequence and builds on the foundations established in FREN 10100. It expands students’ communicative proficiency through increasingly complex, task-based engagement with authentic cultural content.

The course emphasizes functional proficiency, with attention to present- and past-time frames, and engages students across all three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). Sustained engagement with French and Francophone content deepens cultural awareness and encourages ongoing intercultural reflection.

Prerequisites
FREN 10100 or placement into FREN 10200.

SPAN 10200 is the second segment of the introductory-level course sequence in Spanish language and Hispanic culture. The introductory course sequence in Spanish has two main objectives: 1) to enable students to understand simple texts and dialogues and communicate successfully with highly proficient speakers about everyday, concrete topics; and 2) to build students’ transcultural competence via exposure to different aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures. Using a task-based approach, the course will provide students with a solid foundation in the basic patterns of spoken and written communication in Spanish (grammar, syntax, vocabulary, sociolinguistic norms), with emphasis on all four linguistic skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing).
 

Prerequisites
SPAN 10100 or placement.

This course is the second in a three-quarter sequence and builds on the foundations established in FREN 10100. It expands students’ communicative proficiency through increasingly complex, task-based engagement with authentic cultural content.

The course emphasizes functional proficiency, with attention to present- and past-time frames, and engages students across all three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). Sustained engagement with French and Francophone content deepens cultural awareness and encourages ongoing intercultural reflection.

Prerequisites
FREN 10100 or placement into FREN 10200.

SPAN 10300 is the third and final segment of the introductory-level course sequence in Spanish language and Hispanic culture. The introductory course sequence in Spanish has two main objectives: 1) to enable students to understand simple texts and dialogues and communicate successfully with highly proficient speakers about everyday, concrete topics; and 2) to build students’ transcultural competence via exposure to different aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures. Using a task-based approach, the course will provide students with a solid foundation in the basic patterns of spoken and written communication in Spanish (grammar, syntax, vocabulary, sociolinguistic norms), with emphasis on all four linguistic skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing).

Prerequisites
SPAN 10200, SPAN 14100, or placement.

This course is the final course in the three-quarter beginning sequence and builds on the work completed in FREN 10200. It further develops students’ communicative proficiency through sustained, task-based engagement with authentic cultural content.

The course emphasizes functional proficiency across present, past, and future time frames and engages students across all three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). Continued engagement with French and Francophone content fosters cultural awareness and supports deeper intercultural reflection. Successful completion of FREN 10300 fulfills the College’s language competence requirement.

Prerequisites
FREN 10200, FREN 12001, FREN 14100 or placement into FREN 10300.

This course is the third of a three-part language sequence that provides a solid foundation in the language and the cultural norms necessary for everyday communication in Italy. It expands on the language presented in previous parts of the sequence, and provides functional competency in speaking, writing, reading, and listening, with a focus on present, past and future time frames. Students will practice all three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational). They will also explore aspects of Italian culture, traditions, and regions through a selection of texts and audio-visual materials that aim to raise cultural awareness and encourage intercultural communication. Successful completion of ITAL 10300 meets the language competence requirement.

Prerequisites
ITAL 10200 or placement.

SPAN 10300 is the third and final segment of the introductory-level course sequence in Spanish language and Hispanic culture. The introductory course sequence in Spanish has two main objectives: 1) to enable students to understand simple texts and dialogues and communicate successfully with highly proficient speakers about everyday, concrete topics; and 2) to build students’ transcultural competence via exposure to different aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures. Using a task-based approach, the course will provide students with a solid foundation in the basic patterns of spoken and written communication in Spanish (grammar, syntax, vocabulary, sociolinguistic norms), with emphasis on all four linguistic skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing).

Prerequisites
SPAN 10200, SPAN 14100, or placement.

This course expands on the material presented in PORT 10200, reviewing and elaborating the basic patterns of the language.

Successful completion of PORT 10300 fulfills the competency requirement.

Prerequisites
PORT 10200 or placement.

This course is the final course in the three-quarter beginning sequence and builds on the work completed in FREN 10200. It further develops students’ communicative proficiency through sustained, task-based engagement with authentic cultural content.

The course emphasizes functional proficiency across present, past, and future time frames and engages students across all three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). Continued engagement with French and Francophone content fosters cultural awareness and supports deeper intercultural reflection. Successful completion of FREN 10300 fulfills the College’s language competence requirement.

Prerequisites
FREN 10200, FREN 12001, FREN 14100 or placement into FREN 10300.

SPAN 10300 is the third and final segment of the introductory-level course sequence in Spanish language and Hispanic culture. The introductory course sequence in Spanish has two main objectives: 1) to enable students to understand simple texts and dialogues and communicate successfully with highly proficient speakers about everyday, concrete topics; and 2) to build students’ transcultural competence via exposure to different aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures. Using a task-based approach, the course will provide students with a solid foundation in the basic patterns of spoken and written communication in Spanish (grammar, syntax, vocabulary, sociolinguistic norms), with emphasis on all four linguistic skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing).

Prerequisites
SPAN 10200, SPAN 14100, or placement.

This course is the final course in the three-quarter beginning sequence and builds on the work completed in FREN 10200. It further develops students’ communicative proficiency through sustained, task-based engagement with authentic cultural content.

The course emphasizes functional proficiency across present, past, and future time frames and engages students across all three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). Continued engagement with French and Francophone content fosters cultural awareness and supports deeper intercultural reflection. Successful completion of FREN 10300 fulfills the College’s language competence requirement.

Prerequisites
FREN 10200, FREN 12001, FREN 14100 or placement into FREN 10300.

This course provides heritage learners of Spanish differentiated help to successfully reach Intermediate Mid/High-level course objectives, so they can successfully continue in the Intermediate heritage language track. Skill areas include in-depth practice in reading and writing, along with review and expansion of targeted grammar structures, and development of precision in vocabulary and orthography. Although the main objective is to improve reading and writing on all fronts, from informal, mostly communicative (emails, letters, and such), to formal and well-structured (short academic essays), students' oral and listening skills will also be addressed. During the program students will work on an oral history project based on weekly interviews with family or community members.

SPAN 10402 satisfies the College Language Competency Requirement.

Prerequisites
Placement or consent of instructor.

If you have questions regarding placement in the Spanish heritage program, can’t find your results, or have other questions, contact Megan Marshall (mtmarshall@uchicago.edu).

This course is designed to build on heritage learners' skills to prepare them for success in subsequent French courses. Skill areas include in-depth practice in reading and writing, along with review and expansion of targeted grammar structures, and development of precision in vocabulary.
While the primary focus is improving reading and writing—ranging from informal communication to formal academic essays—students’ oral and listening skills will also be addressed. Throughout the quarter, students will complete a project based on interviews with family members to gain a deeper understanding of their own heritage and a broader perspective of the Francophone world.

NOTE: This course satisfies the College Language Competency Requirement. Open only to French Heritage Speakers or with instructor consent. No auditors permitted. If course is full, or total enrollment is less than enrollment limit & you can't register, attend on 1st day. Registered students who don't attend on 1st day may lose spot.

Prerequisites: FREN 10200, 10300, or placement. For any questions regarding placement, contact Isabelle Faton (isabellefaton@uchicago.edu).

This course provides heritage learners of Spanish differentiated help to successfully reach Intermediate Mid/High-level course objectives, so they can successfully continue in the Intermediate heritage language track. Skill areas include in-depth practice in reading and writing, along with review and expansion of targeted grammar structures, and development of precision in vocabulary and orthography. Although the main objective is to improve reading and writing on all fronts, from informal, mostly communicative (emails, letters, and such), to formal and well-structured (short academic essays), students' oral and listening skills will also be addressed. During the program students will work on an oral history project based on weekly interviews with family or community members.

SPAN 10402 satisfies the College Language Competency Requirement.

Prerequisites
Placement or consent of instructor.

If you have questions regarding placement in the Spanish heritage program, can’t find your results, or have other questions, contact Megan Marshall (mtmarshall@uchicago.edu).

This course is designed to build on heritage learners' skills to prepare them for success in subsequent French courses. Skill areas include in-depth practice in reading and writing, along with review and expansion of targeted grammar structures, and development of precision in vocabulary.
While the primary focus is improving reading and writing—ranging from informal communication to formal academic essays—students’ oral and listening skills will also be addressed. Throughout the quarter, students will complete a project based on interviews with family members to gain a deeper understanding of their own heritage and a broader perspective of the Francophone world.

NOTE: This course satisfies the College Language Competency Requirement. Open only to French Heritage Speakers or with instructor consent. No auditors permitted. If course is full, or total enrollment is less than enrollment limit & you can't register, attend on 1st day. Registered students who don't attend on 1st day may lose spot.

Prerequisites: FREN 10200, 10300, or placement. For any questions regarding placement, contact Isabelle Faton (isabellefaton@uchicago.edu).

First of the three basic-language sequence in Basque language. It provides students with a solid foundation in the basic patterns of spoken and written Basque (e.g., grammar, vocabulary, sociolinguistic norms) and emphasizes all four skills: speaking, listening, writing, and reading. This course is intended for students with no previous exposure to Basque and for those who need an in-depth review of the patterns of the language.

FREN 12001, the first course in the sequence, covers the equivalent of FREN 10100 and 10200.

NOTE: Each course is 200 units and corresponds in workload to taking two courses. There are no textbooks to purchase for this course, as instruction relies entirely on Open Educational Resources (OER) specifically adapted for the program.

Prerequisites
For students with no prior French, or placement in FREN 10100.

FREN 12001, the first course in the sequence, covers the equivalent of FREN 10100 and 10200.

NOTE: Each course is 200 units and corresponds in workload to taking two courses. There are no textbooks to purchase for this course, as instruction relies entirely on Open Educational Resources (OER) specifically adapted for the program.

Prerequisites
For students with no prior French, or placement in FREN 10100.