Minor in French
The Minor in French program
helps prepare students for graduate or professional schools and for a
variety of career opportunities. Courses are designed to build strong
language skills and to expand cultural awareness.
In addition
to class work, students acquire language skills through individualized
learning and research projects with professors, field experiences,
campus programs, internships and study abroad opportunities. Twenty-four semester hours of credit at 200 level or higher are required for a
minor in French. FRE 250 may not be counted toward the minor.
Topics of Study
- civilization and culture
- commercial French
- composition
- conversation
- French cinema
- intermediate language
- literature
Career Opportunities
French minors can proceed to graduate and professional schools with
language skills that will help make them a sought-after commodity.
Possible career paths for students with a French minor include:
- translation/interpretation
- government
- diplomacy
- journalism
- international business
- social work
On-Campus Associations
- French Round Table
- International Student Organization
- Caribbean Student Organization