Program Coordinator
Cedric James Oliva
At a Glance
What You’ll Learn:
- Strong skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing French
- Understanding of the cultural, societal, and professional norms of French-speaking countries
What You’ll Do:
- Prepare for travel and professional opportunities abroad
- Work and study alongside people from around the world
Where You'll Go:
- Careers in international business and government relations
- Roles as a professional translator
Program Highlights
Today, 320 million people speak French as a first or second language. French is also an official language of the United Nations, UNESCO, NATO, and the International Court of Justice, as well as the International Red Cross. It is one of the main languages of the European Union and used across government, law, and business in many regions of the international community.
Knowledge of a foreign language has become indispensable in today’s economic and political interdependence of nations. By pursuing a minor or concentration in French, you’ll gain an advanced language proficiency and deepen your understanding of the culture, customs, and professional norms of France and French-speaking countries.
Study Abroad
Improve your cross-cultural understanding and international awareness by spending a full semester abroad in Aix-en-Provence. Through this immersive experience, you can also complete an internship with a local company and gain hands-on experience using your French language skills. You can also choose a short-term, faculty-led program at the start or end of a semester.
Sample Courses
Our curriculum consists of engaging coursework that’s designed to prepare you for your future career. Just a few sample courses include:
Reading and Writing
ML FR 305
Intermediate French I
ML FR 205
French Studies
HIS 303
French for Business
ML FR 404
Paris in French Literature and Cinema
ML FR 411