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Saint Louis University's Master of Arts (M.A.) degree program in French offers a diverse curriculum in French language, cultures and literatures, including Francophone studies, film and gender studies.
The master of arts in French program is designed to suit the needs of those planning or already engaged in professional careers such as teaching or international affairs. At the same time, SLU's French M.A. program provides excellent preparation for studies in French beyond the master’s degree.
Opportunities for student development include participation in the annual SLU Graduate Student Symposium and the annual departmental Undergraduate and Graduate Symposium. Students also have the option to study abroad in a French-speaking country during a summer, in an approved program, for up to six credits of transfer credits.
Saint Louis University's master's degree in French is completed in 30 credits.
Nine credits of coursework in the period prior to 1900, and nine credits of coursework after the year 1900 are required. Additional requirements include a final scholarly essay or written examination and a final oral examination.
In order to achieve optimal levels of linguistic and cultural proficiency in French, students may wish to participate in an approved program abroad. French M.A. students at SLU have profited from coursework and cultural immersion in France, in Québec City (Université Laval) in Canada or at other universities.
Opportunities for professional development include participation in the annual SLU Graduate Student Symposium and SLU online student journal.
After graduating with a master’s degree in French, students might pursue a career as a teacher, foreign service officer or a translator. The M.A. in French is also a valuable complement careers in science, law, and humanities-based professions.
An undergraduate major in French or the equivalent is required.
Applicants will be reviewed based on their complete application materials, including their GPA, TOEFL scores (for international applicants) and standardized test scores.
All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students along with the following:
The final deadline to apply for the fall semester is August 1 for U.S. applicants and May 1 for international applicants. The final deadline to apply for the spring semester is December 15 for U.S. applicants and October 15 for international applicants.
The examining committee takes into account each item of the application.
For priority consideration for departmental graduate scholarships, students should complete their applications by the program admission deadlines listed.
For more information, visit the student financial services office online at http://www.slu.edu/financial-aid.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Coursework prior to 1900 | ||
Select three courses | 9 | |
Coursework after 1900 | ||
Select three courses | 9 | |
Elective Courses | ||
Select four courses | 12 | |
Total Credits | 30 |
Code | Title | Credits |
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FREN 5040 | Methods & Techniques for Teaching French | 3 |
FREN 5100 | Critical Writing, Oral Expression & Research | 3 |
FREN 5200 | Perceiving Others: US & France | 3 |
FREN 5220 | French and Francophone Media | 3 |
FREN 5240 | French Cuisine: Culture, Text, and Context | 3 |
FREN 5290 | Women and Global Issues | 3 |
FREN 5340 | Age of Enlightenment | 3 |
FREN 5350 | Studies in 19th Century French Novel | 3 |
FREN 5370 | Literature of the Fantastic | 3 |
FREN 5380 | Hugo and the Misérables | 3 |
FREN 5390 | Studies in 20th Century French Prose | 3 |
FREN 5410 | Early Modern French Poetry | 3 |
FREN 5420 | Studies in 19th-Century French Poetry | 3 |
FREN 5510 | Early Modern French Theatre | 3 |
FREN 5540 | Studies in 20th Century French Theatre | 3 |
FREN 5550 | Writers of Memory | 3 |
FREN 5610 | French Cinema | 3 |
FREN 5630 | Studies in Francophone Literature | 3 |
FREN 5650 | French Cinema II: 1980-Present - From "Cinema du look" to new social realism. | 3 |
FREN 5660 | Nation, Identity and Culture | 3 |
FREN 5670 | Postcolonialism and Violence | 3 |
FREN 5700 | Love & Honor Early Mod France | 3 |
FREN 5710 | Women and Writing in Early Modern France | 3 |
FREN 5850 | Seminar on Moliere | 3 |
FREN 5860 | The World of Baudelaire | 3 |
FREN 5870 | Exoticism in French Literature | 3 |
A final written project to be approved by the graduate examination committee or a written comprehensive examination.
Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.
Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.
Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.
This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.
Year One | ||
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Fall | Credits | |
FREN 5XXX | 3 | |
FREN 5XXX | 3 | |
FREN 5XXX | 3 | |
Credits | 9 | |
Spring | ||
FREN 5XXX | 3 | |
FREN 5XXX | 3 | |
FREN 5XXX | 3 | |
Credits | 9 | |
Summer | ||
FREN 5XXX | 3 | |
Credits | 3 | |
Year Two | ||
Fall | ||
FREN 5XXX | 3 | |
FREN 5XXX | 3 | |
FREN 5XXX | 3 | |
Credits | 9 | |
Total Credits | 30 |
The sequence of courses will vary according to the student’s previous experience with the language and individual preferences.