Bachelor of Arts, French Concentration
Athabasca University · CanadaBachelor's36 monthsENonline
Overview
The Bachelor of Arts (3-year) with a French Concentration at Athabasca University is designed to enhance critical and creative thinking through a broad liberal arts education. This program aims to broaden perspectives on local and global affairs, encourage community involvement, and prepare students for lifelong learning. Graduates will achieve competence in oral and written French, fostering an awareness of linguistic and cultural differences. The curriculum enables students to read, analyze, and write critical essays in French, understanding stylistic nuances between French and English. This well-respected credential offers occupational diversity.
Curriculum
The program requires a total of 90 credits, with a minimum of 54 credits at the senior (300 or 400) level. The French concentration requires a minimum of 36 credits, with 24 of these at the senior level. Specific courses include FREN 200 (First-Year University French I), FREN 201 (First-Year University French II), FREN 362 (Second Year University French), FREN 358 (Initiation à la littérature d’expression française I), and FREN 374 (Littérature québécoise). Students must also complete a minimum of 15 credits in designated French concentration elective courses (all FREN courses except FREN 100 and FREN 101). A minimum of 66 credits are required in Arts (Humanities and Social Science) and 6 credits in Science. A residency requirement of 30 credits must be obtained through Athabasca University.