French is one of the most widely studied and widely spoken second languages in the world, and it is a primary language of communication in parts of Western Europe, North and West Africa, the Caribbean, and Quebec, as well as in numerous international and European organizations.
This major is built around academic coursework necessary to graduate students of competence in the globalized 21st century. When you major or minor in this program, you will gain a deeper knowledge of the history, geography, socio-political, and religious traditions of Francophone communities and the linguistic and analytical framework to appreciate and engage with them.
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French and Francophone Studies (BA)
This program includes not only the study of French language, but also the broader Francophone world: the nations, regions, and people outside of mainland France who use French as their primary language or as a language for business, government, or education.
- A minimum 54 credits are required for this major, including 29 upper-division credits, with 18 credits taught in French.
- Elementary and intermediate French language courses include the study of both French and Francophone cultures, literatures, and film.
- Upper-division courses include Francophone Literature, Les Arts Francais, and Francophone Capstone.
- Tutorial programs, Internships, and Independent Studies options are available.
- You may pursue a major in this program as part of a double major with majors such as Global Development Studies, Theology, Nursing, Business, History, Linguistics and Cultural Studies, Political Science, and Communication.
- The Study Abroad requirement may be fulfilled through the SPU programs, including the Paris Study Abroad program (French Immersion program only), European Quarter, or an approved alternative program.