Upon completion of their course of study, majors in French and Italian studies will:
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demonstrate linguistic fluency in French/Italian and a broad knowledge of French & Francophone/Italian language, literature, and culture(s). See the French & Italian Language Course Proficiency Targets.
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demonstrate knowledge of terminology and concepts related to the study of literature and literary criticism and be able to apply them to the critical analysis of works from the French & Francophone/Italian literary canon;
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understand how to conduct research in French/Italian literary and cultural studies and develop skills of analytical and integrative thinking, critical reading and writing;
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demonstrate competence necessary for continued graduate study and/or employment in a variety of fields related to the French/Italian language and literary and cultural studies;
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demonstrate awareness of and sensitivity to other languages and cultures.