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Multiculturalism in Modern France
Social Sciences & International Politics Program
French Alps: Grenoble, France
Dates: 1/2/24 - 5/18/24
Multiculturalism in Modern France
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA
Location: , FRANCE
Primary Subject Area: Cultural Studies
Instruction in: English
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 2.5
Contact Hours: 38
DESCRIPTION
Similar to many European countries, France has undergone profound demographic changes, in particular since the end of WWII. These changes have affected the image France has of itself, and raise questions about how the Republic is viewed by the population, as well as how the concept of nation can be defined.
This course is designed for students who have only basic knowledge of the principles of the French Republic. The course is in English, and will explain the historical context of French Republicanism and the importance of republican law in French society. The history of immigration will be studied in the context of colonialism, but also in relation to France?s geographical location and its industrial past. The demographic evolution of the city of Grenoble will be studied as an example to illustrate how different waves of populations have influenced the urban structure of the city.
The reality of multiculturalism and integration, and the tensions within contemporary French society will be examined through different documents in both English and French : video (fiction and non-fiction), audio, international press etc. Students will be expected to present one theme from the course in class (in groups) and to lead a discussion on the topic. Each lesson will involve group work on the different documents provided.
Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA awards credits based on the ECTS system. Contact hours listed under a course description may vary due to the combination of lecture-based and independent work required for each course. CEA CAPA's recommended credits are based on the ECTS credits assigned by Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA (2 ECTS credits equals 1 U.S. credit therefore, 5 ECTS credits is equivalent to 2.5 U.S. credits).
This course is designed for students who have only basic knowledge of the principles of the French Republic. The course is in English, and will explain the historical context of French Republicanism and the importance of republican law in French society. The history of immigration will be studied in the context of colonialism, but also in relation to France?s geographical location and its industrial past. The demographic evolution of the city of Grenoble will be studied as an example to illustrate how different waves of populations have influenced the urban structure of the city.
The reality of multiculturalism and integration, and the tensions within contemporary French society will be examined through different documents in both English and French : video (fiction and non-fiction), audio, international press etc. Students will be expected to present one theme from the course in class (in groups) and to lead a discussion on the topic. Each lesson will involve group work on the different documents provided.
Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA awards credits based on the ECTS system. Contact hours listed under a course description may vary due to the combination of lecture-based and independent work required for each course. CEA CAPA's recommended credits are based on the ECTS credits assigned by Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA (2 ECTS credits equals 1 U.S. credit therefore, 5 ECTS credits is equivalent to 2.5 U.S. credits).