The Master of Arts in French program provides a comprehensive overview of French and Francophone Studies with courses in literature, culture, film, linguistics, pedagogy and critical theory, accompanied by discussion of social and historical contexts in France and the French-speaking world. Graduates are prepared for programs at the Ph.D. level in French, Francophone Studies, Second Language Learning and Teaching or related areas, or to enter the job market ready for professional options such as a career in teaching French as a foreign language.
Candidates for the MA must take a total of 30 units of graduate coursework, of which 27, or 9 classes, must be from the list below. Substitutions may be allowed, subject to approval by the Director of Graduate Studies. Students normally proceed through the program in four semesters, completing 5 courses for 15 units during each year in residence. Students meet regularly with the DGS to craft a curriculum that suits their individual needs and interests. Students must maintain a total GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Talk-it-OUT! Summer Intensive Workshop, the students performed Nema by Koffi Kwahulé
Talk-it-OUT! students performing a skit about racism at Sky Islands High School.
Talk-it-OUT! students taking a curtain call at Sky Islands High School.