Overview

The French programme at Athabasca University provides a comprehensive academic pathway for students to achieve fluency while exploring the diverse cultural landscapes of the Francophone world. This Bachelor of Arts degree is designed to enhance critical thinking and creative expression through the rigorous study of language, literature, and social history. Students can choose between a three-year concentration or a four-year major to suit their professional and academic objectives.

Why French at Athabasca University?

Athabasca University offers a unique, flexible learning environment where students can enrol at any time and progress at their own pace. The programme is distinguished by its focus on both European and North American Francophone contexts, including the specific literary traditions of Quebec. With high student satisfaction and employment rates, the university provides a supportive online community and access to expert academic advising to ensure learner success in a bilingual global landscape.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 621 per credit
National fee: CAD 621 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum covers essential linguistic skills and advanced literary analysis. Modules may include:

French for Beginners
First Year University French
Composition française
La littérature jeunesse
Initiation à la littérature d'expression française
Second Year University French
Littérature québécoise
Français langue des affaires
Translation from French to English

Careers with French

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles in international and domestic sectors where bilingualism is a key asset. The programme equips students for success in various professional fields, including:

Translator or interpreter
Foreign service officer
International relations officer
Bilingual copywriter
Customs officer or import specialist
English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher
Localization specialist
Foreign student advisor

Programme Structure

Courses include:

French for Beginners

Vocabulary Expansion

Translation from French to English

First Year University French

Second Year University French

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Next start: monthly. There are no application deadlines for most undergraduate programs.

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in French

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Athabasca, Canada

Disciplines

French studies

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

There are no formal admission requirements for either the 3-year or the 4-year program. All you need is to be 16 or older. You can enrol anytime and start right away, regardless of your previous education.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

18630 CAD / year

≈ 18630 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

18630 CAD / year

≈ 18630 CAD / year

Additional Details

Permanent residents of Alberta: $34,380

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for French.

Available Scholarships

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