French Studies

The program of French Studies offers students the possibility to acquire not only a comprehensive knowledge of modern spoken and written French, but also the possibility to participate in a rich experience designed to enhance their intellectual formation and to qualify them for an increasing number of professions at home and abroad. One semester of directed academic and cultural immersion in a French-speaking university completes the normal cycle of studies for a bachelor of arts in French Studies.

Careers

• Elementary or Secondary Teacher — Teaches French from elementary to university level in the U.S. and Canada, as well as England and the former British empire. There is an increasing demand in the francophone world for teachers of English with knowledge of French.
• International Business — Works in international business ventures, mergers, etc. France alone counts for over 1200 companies with subsidiaries in the U.S. and is presently the largest recipient of U.S. investments. French-speaking Canada, a member of NAFTA, is the United States’ most important export market.
• Communication — Uses French language in global information networks. French is the second language of the Internet. Translates from French to English and English to French in areas of science, technology, electronics and literature.
• Travel and Tourism — Works in airlines, travel agencies, hotels, restaurants, museums and historic sites. After the U.S., France is the second-most visited tourist destination in the world and is known as the language of cuisine, fashion, personal care products, architecture, theater, arts and dance.

• BA French Studies
• Elementary Teaching Certification
• Secondary Teaching Certification

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