French BA (Hons) at University Of Liverpool

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Course details

How long is the course?
4 years

Attendance pattern
Full time

Course qualification
BA Honours Degree in French

Awarding body
University of Liverpool

UCAS Code
R120

When does the course begin?
This course last started in Sep-08

Please contact the college to enquire about new start dates.

Course info
French is a major world language. Apart from the 55 million people in France, there are native speakers in North America, South America and the Caribbean, Africa, Asia and on the Pacific Rim. French remains a major international language of business, diplomacy, and culture. With this degree, you will reach a high level of proficiency in both written and spoken French. You will also gain a thorough knowledge of the literature, culture, history and institutions of France. In the final year, a Distinction in Oral Proficiency is awarded to students who show outstanding oral ability. The programme includes a year abroad. You will take language modules as well as modules from a selection of literary, social and linguistic topics. There is a wide array of optional modules in subjects such as Immigration, French Cinema, the Medieval World, Ancien Regime Theatre and Novel, Travel Literature, Structuralism and Negritude and Francophone Identities, as well as modules in Vocabulary and Advanced Translation. Additional subjects may be taken from departments in the Faculties of Arts and Social and Environmental Studies. In addition, you will spend one year in a French-speaking country usually at universities (Paris, Dijon, Lyon or Aix-en-Provence) under the SOCRATES scheme; or at other universities; or as an assistant in a school. During this year, you will complete a dissertation in French on a topic of your choice, or take examinations at your SOCRATES University.

How much will it cost?
Variable fees are applicable for full time courses. These fees are subject to change, details are available from the provider.

Entry Requirements
Specific entry requirements for this course can be found on the Course Search section of the UCAS website: http://www.ucas.com/search/index.html. Some universities and colleges also provide 'Entry Profiles' which give applicants to higher education more detailed information on the courses they want to study, qualifications required, selection criteria etc. The UCAS deadline for receiving 'on time' applications for this course from UK and EU applicants is 15 January 2008.

Where is the course held? (view on a map)
University of Liverpool
Foundation Building
765 Brownlow Hill
Liverpool
Merseyside
L69 7ZX

Venue details
Childcare facilities are available on site. Early booking of sessions is strongly recommended due to high demand of limited places. Guidance and advice may be available for all aspects of student life. Facilities/Support are available for students with hearing impairment. Facilities/Support are available for students with learning difficulties. Facilities/Support are available for students with restricted mobility. Facilities/Support are available for students with visual impairment.