La Civilisation Française – I

Paper Code: 
24DFRN701
Credits: 
06
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to explore the rich tapestry of French civilization through its historical evolution, geographical landscape, and economic development.

 

18.00
Unit I: 
History & Geography of France

History of France : the old nation of Gaule , Roman conquest, christianization, Middle Age, tribal invasions, Merovingians : Clovis,

Geography of France : the regions, landscapes and climate

 

18.00
Unit II: 
Middle Ages, French Revolution & Agriculture

History of France : Carolingians : Charlemagne, Capetians, end of Middle Age, Renaissance, the kings, Enlightenment, French Revolution,

French economy: agriculture

 

18.00
Unit III: 
Napoleon & Industrial Sector

History of France: Napoleon, the empire, Restauration, Second empire French economy: industries and the tertiary sector

 

18.00
Unit IV: 
Colonialism & 3rd Republic

History of France: Colonialism, 3rd republic

 

18.00
Unit V: 
4th & 5th Republic & Current Politics

History of France: 4th & 5th republic, French politics today

 

Essential Readings: 
  1. Géographie de la France : Mathieu, Mesplier, Hachette
  2. Histoire de la France : Rivière, Hachette

 

References: 
  1. Vous avez dit France ? : Kimmel, CIEP, Hachette
  2. Les grandes étapes de la civilisation française : Thoraval, J, Bordas

https://excerpts.numilog.com/books/9782040199296.pdf

 

 

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24FRN122

 

 

 

La Civilisation Française – I (Theory)

CO84: Recall eras, movements & personalities of history

CO86: Identify & discuss turning points in history

CO87: Examine the evolution of the French economy

CO88: Develop an understanding of French geography

CO89: Examine the evolution of French history

CO90: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching : Interactive lectures; study of maps

 

Learning activities for the students : virtual visit of France; films

-Oral tests/examinations;

-Written tests/examination