Introduction to Francophone African Culture & Civilization
- Arts
- 100 level
- 2 credit units
- 131 pages
- 20 units
This course introduces students to Francophone African culture and civilization. It explores the historical and geographical context of Africa, including its landmass, population, and geographical features. The course examines key historical events such as slavery, colonization, and the struggle for independence. Students will also learn about political systems, international organizations, education, and the relationship between France and Francophone African countries, providing a comprehensive overview of the region's cultural and societal dynamics.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 30 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of FRE162, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
FRE162 · UNIT 1 APERÇU HISTORIQUE ET GEOGRAPHIQUE DE L’AFRIQUE
This unit will introduce you to Africa. You will be acquainted with the location, population, boundaries and geographical features of Africa. You will also learn about climate and seasons in Africa. You will be familiar with some major cities in Africa as well. Also in the unit, you will identify Francophone countries in Africa.
What you should be able to do
- Describe the geographical and historical context of Francophone Africa
- Explain the impact of slavery and colonization on the region
- Analyze the struggle for independence and its aftermath
- Discuss the political systems and international relations of Francophone African countries
- Evaluate the role of education in shaping Francophone African societies
What it prepares you for
- Diplomat
- Translator
- International Business
- Teacher
- Journalist
- Government
- Education
- International Relations
- Tourism
- Media
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1:
Unit 4: L'administration coloniale en Afrique
Understanding the nuances of French colonial administration requires careful attention to historical context and power dynamics.
- Module 2:
Unit 3: La lutte pour l'indépendance
Grasping the complexities of the 'Loi Cadre' and 'Referendum' requires understanding French political strategies and African responses.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 48 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Aperçu historique et géographique de l'Afrique · 3 hours
Read about Africa's landmass, population, and geographical features.. Identify countries where French is spoken.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: L'esclavage en Afrique francophone · 3 hours
Trace the origin of slave trade in Francophone Africa.. Explain the reasons behind slave trade.. Discuss the abolition of slave trade.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: La colonisation en Afrique francophone · 3 hours
Trace the origin of French colonization.. Explain the Berlin Conference.. Mention the effects of French colonization.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: L'administration coloniale en Afrique · 3 hours
Explain how French colonies were run.. Mention major French colonies.. List the colonial administration's hierarchy.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 5Module 1:
Unit 5: La citoyenneté en Afrique · 3 hours
Explain the concept of citizenship.. Talk about 'la Corvée' and 'la Prestation'.. Appraise the role of African traditional chiefs.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 1: La Conférence de Brazzaville · 3 hours
Trace what led to the Brazzaville Conference.. Talk about the conference.. Mention decisions taken.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 2: Les partis politiques en Afrique francophone · 3 hours
Examine what led to political party formation.. Name some political parties.. Talk about events during party formation.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 8Module 2:
Unit 3: La lutte pour l'indépendance · 3 hours
Talk about events leading to the struggle for independence.. Explain 'la loi Cadre' and 'le Référendum'.. Appraise the role of African elites.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 9Module 2:
Unit 4: Les organisations internationales gouvernementales · 3 hours
Identify international governmental organizations.. Talk about their purpose.. Mention objectives and roles.. Explain their roles among member countries.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 10Module 2:
Unit 5: L'enseignement en Afrique francophone · 3 hours
Mention characteristics of the Francophone education system.. Explain the characteristics.. Recall names of certificates awarded.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 11Module 3:
Unit 1: Le français au Nigeria · 3 hours
Trace the origin of French in Nigeria.. Talk about its teaching.. Mention its importance.. Identify problems in teaching.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
Unit 2: Les pays africains et l'industrialisation · 3 hours
Talk about industrialization in Africa.. Explain how colonial masters dispossessed Africans.. Mention mineral resources.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 12Module 3:
Unit3: Les investissements français au Nigeria · 3 hours
Identify French investments in Nigeria.. Categorize investments.. Mention some investments.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
Unit 4: La relation franco-africaine · 3 hours
Trace the origin of the Franco-African summit.. Name and explain the objectives.. Appraise the essence of the relationship.. Mention summit activities.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
- Week 13Module 4:
Unit 5: La République du Bénin · 3 hours
Quote landmass and population of Benin.. Mention historical landmarks.. Trace democratization.. Mention presidents.. Talk about Benin in general.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
Unit 1: Le Togo · 3 hours
Quote landmass and population of Togo.. Mention historical landmarks.. Trace political process.. Mention surrounding countries.. Talk about Togo in general.. Attempt self-assessment exercises..
Preparing for the exam
- Create timelines of key historical events in Modules 1-2
- Compare and contrast French colonial policies using a table (Units 3-5, Module 1)
- Outline the objectives and activities of key international organizations (Units 3-4, Module 2)
- Practice translating key terms and concepts from French to English and vice versa
- Review all self-assessment exercises and tutor feedback
Questions students ask about this course
What is FRE162 about?
This course introduces students to Francophone African culture and civilization. It explores the historical and geographical context of Africa, including its landmass, population, and geographical features. The course examines key historical events such as slavery, colonization, and the struggle for independence. Students will also learn about political systems, international organizations, education, and the relationship between France and Francophone African countries, providing a comprehensive overview of the region's cultural and societal dynamics.
How many units does FRE162 have?
FRE162, Introduction to Francophone African Culture & Civilization, has 20 units across 4 modules, over 131 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is FRE162?
FRE162 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Arts.
Is FRE162 hard?
FRE162 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does FRE162 take to study?
About 30 hours of study, spread across its 20 units.
How is FRE162 assessed?
FRE162 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with FRE162?
Diplomat, Translator, International Business, Teacher and Journalist.