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Studying French is more than simply learning a language, it’s an experience that will open your mind to different cultures, enrich you with knowledge of history, and enable you to engage in real-world issues. Study past and present French and francophone literature, films, contemporary society and popular culture, and gain a holistic and stimulating cultural and educational experience.

The major caters for students from beginners to native speakers. Study past and present French and francophone literature, films, contemporary society, and popular culture. You may also opt to participate in an exchange program at leading universities and elite schools throughout France and Canada.

Course Structure

This major is available in three different streams, catering from beginners through to near-native speakers. It is possible to combine French Studies with a second major from within Arts, Biomedical Science, Commerce or Science.

Why study this course?

Achieve high levels of competency in listening, speaking, writing and reading the French language

Experience the rich cultural diversity of one of the world's major international languages – French is spoken by more than 300 million people worldwide on five continents

Gain a skill that will add value to any career as well as open up exciting new travel opportunities

Have the opportunity to participate in an exchange program at leading universities and elite schools throughout France, Canada or the Pacific islands

You'll learn to

communicate effectively and proficiently in the French language

interact confidently and successfully in situations involving French cultural conventions

interpret French language texts – written, audio, visual – in the light of French culture and society

understand French and francophone cultures throughout the world and reflect on your own culture

move with accuracy and skill between the English and French languages and cultures

Career Pathways

Whether studying for a major or taking a European language as an elective unit, graduates who have studied French will be well qualified for careers in the diplomatic services, teaching, and interpreting and translating, as well as careers in travel, hospitality, publishing, theatre, commerce, international relations and the entertainment industry. Knowledge of a foreign language is particularly helpful in international banking and law, journalism and communications, medical and scientific areas, music and the arts.

Further Study

This major lays the foundation for further study options at honours and postgraduate level.