English and French University of Warwick

Overview

University of Warwick's degree programme in English and French offers a rich range of modules, reflecting the diverse cultures, histories, and societies of the English- and French-speaking worlds.

Key Facts

You will graduate as a highly qualified linguist and literary specialist, with advanced intercultural skills and a sophisticated understanding of key concepts and debates in two Arts disciplines. The specialist communication, research, critical and evaluative skills you will gain are all highly sought after by employers.

First-year core modules will introduce you to French language, literature and culture, English literature, and comparative literatures. In your intermediate and final years, all English and French optional modules are open to you. Topics range from literature and critical theory to history, politics, linguistics, philosophy and film. In your final year, you can choose to write a dissertation, including the option to write on a comparative topic addressing both French and English literature.

Your second or third year is normally spent abroad, either as a language assistant, or working or studying at one of our partner universities. This is an invaluable opportunity to immerse yourself in the linguistic and cultural contexts where French is spoken, enhance your language skills and build international connections.

You will have access to outstanding facilities and resources. This includes flexible collaborative and individual learning spaces, as well as a vast selection of print, digital and multimedia learning materials.