Bachelor of Arts - French

Program Description Learning the French language provides a wealth of opportunities for a student's future career and ignites a passion for culture, creativity, and expression. The Department of French welcomes students who wish to learn and perfect the language as well as pursue their studies in literature and linguistics.

A range of courses is offered in French Canadian literature, cinema, and culture, with an emphasis on Acadian and Québécois writers, as well as other Francophone literatures (i.e. France, Belgium, etc.).

Linguistics courses explore the various expressions across French Canada. The phenomenon of human communication is emphasized and how language shapes experience.

Hands-on learning • In Canada’s only officially bilingual province, students will enjoy work and volunteer opportunities in many sectors, i.e. francophone schools, library, community centers, health programs, etc. • French social or cinema clubs • Travel-study in France • French teaching assistantships

Skills students will acquire • High degree of fluency in French • Expert knowledge of Francophone cultures and communities • Advanced understanding of the study of literature and linguistics • Analytical, organizational, and communication skills