French ,BA
Culture, Europe, Foreign Services, France, French, International, Interpreter, Language, Languages, Study Abroad, Tour Guide, Translator, Travel, foreign language
Did you know that French is the fifth-most-spoken language in the world? An understanding of the French language and the renowned foods, cultures, communities and customs prepares you for a career of adventure and creativity as a globally informed citizen.
The Bachelor of Arts program in French offers students the opportunity to study the language, literature and culture of France and other French-speaking countries.
Students gain competence in reading, writing, speaking and listening to French, and they take a number of related courses on topics such as:
- art
- cinema
- colonization
- government and political science
- history and civilization
- international business
- literature and theater
- popular culture
- religion
Students are encouraged to join the French Club to help them gain proficiency in the language. In addition, the School of International Letters and Cultures offers faculty-directed summer study abroad programs in Lyon, France, and Quebec, Canada, and it endorses partnership and exchange programs in French-speaking Africa, Canada and Europe.
- College/school:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Location: Tempe
- Second language requirement: Yes
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 142 - College Mathematics
- Math
intensity: General
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year
| Transfer
| International
| Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing in French at the Intermediate to Advanced level according to the ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) Proficiency Guidelines.
- Discuss major historical and contemporary works, genres, and trends of French and global Francophone literatures and cultures.
- Synthesize Francophone cultural artifacts and contexts in a final project.
There is no better way to learn a language than to be immersed in it. Being surrounded by French speakers offers a learning experience that cannot be acquired in a classroom. By studying abroad, students have the opportunity not only to strengthen their language skills by living in a Francophone country, potentially with a local host family, but also to earn ASU credit toward their degree.
Knowledge of multiple languages and having intercultural competencies enhance any occupation and offer graduates many career opportunities.
Career fields that involve using French include:
- advertising, marketing and communications
- diplomatic and foreign service
- domestic and international business
- fashion
- film, television and multimedia
- foreign correspondence and journalism
- international student services and study abroad
- interpreting and translation
- teaching and research
- travel and tourism
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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3.9%
|
$80,910
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6.3%
|
$113,940
|
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3.7%
|
$66,930
|
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6.6%
|
$128,020
|
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4.5%
|
$98,590
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4.3%
|
$53,640
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School of International Letters and Cultures
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DH 131
silcadvising@asu.edu
480-965-6281
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
