French Studies
UNDERGRADUATE MAJOR
A major in French Studies is concerned with French language, linguistics, literature, cinema, culture and society, including many Francophone cultures outside France. All units in the department deal with authentic French language material and foreground the indissociability of language and culture. Most classes are conducted in French.
Study plan
Students who already have a knowledge of the French language and are in the French Advanced stream, as well as those who are in the beginners/intermediate stream, can complete a major in French Studies. The requirements are 36 credit points to be taken from senior units of study.
Graduate opportunities
Sydney Arts and Social Sciences graduates work in government departments at all levels, and major private sector consultancies and corporations, locally and overseas. The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers a range of subject areas that prepare graduates for careers in administration, education, business research, marketing, media, management consultancy, public relations, gallery and museum curatorship, hospitality and tourism, community and welfare. Our graduates are proficient in research and inquiry, and demonstrate personal and intellectual autonomy, and ethical, social and professional understanding, qualities sought after by leading employers all over the world.
Further study for major
Eligible candidates may proceed to an Honours year in the Bachelor of Arts, or apply for admission to a rich postgraduate program in the humanities and social sciences, comprising advanced learning and professional courses. Master degrees include capstone projects ranging from internships with government and non-government organisations in Australia and overseas, the gallery and museum sector, and leading media organisations, to opportunities for independent research projects which prepare students for higher degrees by research.
Related subject areas
European Studies, Philosophy