The French BA at Queen's University Belfast offers you a dynamic exploration of the French-speaking world, focusing on language, culture, and society. You will delve into metropolitan France while also gaining perspectives on global cultures through art, cinema, linguistics, and literature. This undergraduate degree is ideal for those passionate about language acquisition and cultural understanding, equipping you with advanced written and oral French skills, alongside critical analytical abilities. You will build a sophisticated command of the language, preparing you for diverse professional and academic futures.
This full-time, on-campus degree is studied over four years, beginning with foundational modules in French language, literature, and culture in Stage 1. You will progress to explore contemporary writing and develop sophisticated language use in Stage 2. A distinctive feature is your year abroad in Stage 3, where you will undertake a work placement in France for approximately eight months, immersing yourself in the language and gaining invaluable professional experience. In your final year, you will select from advanced modules rooted in staff research, graduating with a Bachelors Degree and enhanced linguistic and intercultural competencies.