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French Studies

Study. Compete. Succeed.
What does a French Major study? Of course, you will acquire the skills needed to effectively communicate with French and Francophone speakers. But what will you communicate? Our department offers engaging courses in French and Francophone literature, culture, civilization, theater, business and cinema. Plus, study abroad for the opportunity to take courses in politics, art, economics, fashion, photography, tourism and gastronomy. Your study will prepare you to compete and succeed in a wide variety of professions while using the language of over 200 million people on five continents.
AREAS OF STUDY
- Oral and Written Communication
- Advanced Grammar
- Social Issues in Literature
- Politics and Literature
- Literature and Language as Expression of Distinct Cultures
- Great Authors and Themes
- Business
- Cinema
CAREER OPTIONS
- Education
- Travel, Tourism and Hospitality
- Translation and Interpretation
- Diplomacy
- Business and Industry
- Law Enforcement and National Security
- Art Institutes/Museums
- Media and Film
- Diplomatic Services
- Governmental Agencies
- International For-Profit and Nonprofit agencies
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
- Literature/Linguistics Education
- Hospitality Management
- Translation and Interpretation
- International Relations/Public Policy
- Masters of Business Administration
- Criminal Justice
What’s special about this program?
Language study at the University of Delaware is part of a broad, multicultural education that is integral to success in many different fields in today’s global environment. A proficiency-oriented communicative approach develops speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, while an emphasis on social and cultural knowledge equips students to interact within the target culture confidently and successfully. In French in particular you will have access to respected scholars and dedicated teachers and advisors. Interested in research? There are opportunities for undergraduates to conduct research with French professors. Think you might like to teach? Become an undergraduate teaching assistant under the tutelage of an experienced instructor.
Get Involved
French Club
Language Partner Program
Students for Haiti
Pi Delta Phi
Sample curriculum
ENGL110
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Seminar in Composition |
FREN107
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Intermediate French |
FREN200 |
French Grammar and Composition
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MATH113 |
Contemporary Mathematics or higher
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University Breadth Courses
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Elective Courses
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FREN205 | French Conversation
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FREN211 | French Reading and Composition
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University Breadth Courses
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Elective Courses |
FREN301 | Introduction to French Literature: Prose
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FREN302 | Introduction to French Literature: Poetry & Theater
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FREN307 | Practical Oral Expression
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FREN308 | French Society in the News
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FREN355 | Special Topics: 20th Century French Literature
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HIST357 | The European City
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POSC441 | Problems of Western European Politics
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University Breadth Courses
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Elective Courses |
FREN454 | French Cinema
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FREN456 | French Theater Workshop
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FREN458 | Topics in Francophone Literature
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University Breadth Courses
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Elective Courses |