The French, B.S.- Secondary Education program is designed for students interested in developing linguistic fluency and high levels of cultural proficiency in French who want to become language teachers at the high school level. All French classes develop students' ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend French while increasing their understanding of French film, literature, history, geography, and culture. Concurrently, students will fulfill the courses associated with earning certification through the College of Education and will do one semester of student teaching.
World language skills are essential to today’s promising global fields, including tourism, translation, language interpretation, and international relations. Opportunities exist in education, business, government, and social services. Students are encouraged to enhance their coursework by studying abroad.
Typical Job Titles
- French Teacher
- Language Specialist
- International Business Consultant
- Translator or Interpreter
- International Travel Guide
- International Aid Worker
- Bilingual Customer Service Representative
- Study Abroad Coordinator
Scholarships
Two dedicated scholarships are available for students pursuing a BA or a BS in French, with additional scholarship possibilities for all students in World Languages.
- Douglas I. & Mary L. Relyea Endowed Scholarship
- Marguerite Fortier Smirnoff Memorial Scholarship Fund
School / College
College of Arts & Sciences
Department
World Languages and Literatures