French and Francophone Studies Curriculum

French and Francophone Studies offers a diverse, expert-led curriculum that fulfills Core requirements and prepares students for the global job market. Through language and cultural study across the Francophone world, students build strong communication and analytical skills. The program explores literature, history and traditions, while offering opportunities in tutoring, study abroad, internships and a student club. French pairs well with majors like business, law, and more, enhancing students’ cultural and linguistic fluency. You will be surprised how easily it can be achieved and combined with another field of interest!

Major

French and Francophone Studies offers two distinct options for those looking to major:

• Option 1: This option is offered to students with an interest in building their French language comprehension and primarily focuses on introducing students to the grammatical structure and composition of the language.
• Option 2: This option is catered to those students seeking to expand their knowledge on the broader culture of the francophone world. This option offers courses within the major requirements that are not taught in French but further involve students in literature and values of the larger francophone world.

Review the Major tab below to learn about the requirements for each section.

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Minor

The French and Francophone Studies minor provides students an opportunity to immerse themselves in the language and culture of France as well as beyond. French minors gain a critical understanding of cultural diversity, and French competency.

Students can also choose between two minor tracks, twelve and eighteen credits, respectively:

• Option 1: This option is for students beginning on a lower-language level. Students will explore French comprehension and structure.
• Option 2: This option is for students with an established proficiency in the French language. Students will have the opportunity to explore the broader culture and literature of the French speaking world.

Review the Minor tab below to learn about the requirements for each section.

Explore French and Francophone Studies Courses

Read descriptions of our French and Francophone Studies classes on our Courses page! Not all courses offered below will be available every semester. Make sure to check course offerings on the registration portal for each upcoming semester.