French (BA)

Main Campus, Tucson, United States

French (BA)

Main Campus, Tucson, United States

Bachelors / 48 months

39958 $ / years

Overview

French

Bachelor of Arts

Coursework Location(s)

Main/Tucson

Areas of Interest

Arts & Media
Communication, Journalism & Public Relations
Culture & Language
English & Literature
Interdisciplinary Studies
Philosophy & Religious Studies

Overview

Enhance your love of all things French with greater language proficiency and deeper engagement with the French culture. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in French can opt for two areas of focus. The Language, Literature and Culture emphasis is ideal for students who are considering graduate studies in French or who are interested in achieving a high level of competency in the language. Courses are taught in French by the department's esteemed scholars in French and Francophone language. Students are encouraged to study in Paris as part of a study abroad program that is among the best-established programs at the University of Arizona. In addition to learning to communicate fluently in French, students strengthen their skills in reading, writing, critical thinking and analysis.

Learning Outcomes

Communication; Communicate in French, both orally and in writing, by engaging in interpersonal, interpretative, and presentational communication activities.
Culture; Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of other culture(s) in an essay on a cultural topic.
Comparisons; Develop insights into the nature of languages by analyzing and discussing the relationship between good writing and good thinking as well as showcasing these qualities in one's work.
Connections; Develop critical thinking by making connections and engaging creatively in problem ¿solving activities leading to the completion of a research project.
Communities; Engage in multilingual communities at home and around the world by applying classroom learning to real world situations

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