100-level courses
101 Elementary I [Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin, Russian, Spanish]
Introduces the structure and sounds of the target language. Develops the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing in a highly communicative and cultural approach. Designed for students who have never studied the language before. In general, students who have a one-year high school equivalency may repeat this course, but for no credit. 3 (3-0).
Fall 2020 - 101-level: French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Russian.
102 Elementary II [Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin, Russian, Spanish]
A continuation of 101. Prerequisite: 101 or its equivalent. 3 (3-0)
Fall 2020 - 102-level: French, German, Spanish, Arabic.
200-level courses
201 Intermediate I [Arabic,Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin, Russian, Spanish]
Reviews the fundamentals of structure and continues to develop the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing in a communicative and culture-oriented approach. Spanish sections may explore specific themes while grammar contents are the same. Prerequisite: 102 or its equivalent. 3 (3-0)
Fall 2020 - 201-level: French, German, Spanish, Latin, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian.
202 Intermediate II [Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Russian, Spanish]
A continuation of 201. Prerequisite: 201 or its equivalent. 3 (3-0)
Fall 2020 - 202-level: French, Spanish, Chinese.
300- and 400-level courses
Advanced courses, i.e. all 300- and 400-level courses, are conducted in the target language.
Check SUNY Geneseo class search for course offerings at these levels each semester.
300 Conversation (French, German, Spanish)
Intensive training in listening comprehension and oral expression, pronunciation, and intonation. Topics based on everyday situations. For credit in the major, minor, or concentration, only when taken in sequence (before or at the same time as 301) or during Freshman year. Prerequisite: 202 or its equivalent and permission of the department. This course is not intended for native speakers or students who have studied abroad in the target language. 3 (3-0)
301 Written Communication (French, German, Spanish)
Develops advanced skills in oral and written expression in preparation for more specific upper-level courses (such as those on culture and civilization). Review of grammatical structure and vocabulary development. Prerequisite: 202, intermediate credit by examination, or Advanced Placement credit. 3 (3-0)
302 Introduction to Literature (French, German, Spanish)
Development of reading, analytic, and critical thinking skills. Introduction to literature with emphasis on sociocultural aspects. Prerequisite: 301. 3 (3-0)
Note: All courses contingent upon sufficient enrollment and faculty availability.
For a listing of all other 300- and 400-level courses, please visit SUNY Geneseo's Undergraduate Bulletin.