Bachelor of Arts majoring in French Studies

    Bachelor of Arts majoring in French Studies

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 43,400 / year(s)
    Bachelor of Arts majoring in French Studies

    About

    Get career-ready with our flexible and future-focused Bachelor of Arts. Our French Studies major offers two streams, tailored for your language level. Starting with the basics, you’ll build your skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking, eventually fully immersing yourself in the language. Learn to construct effective arguments and excel in professional settings. Take advantage of international language learning partnerships, both digital and in-country.

    You'll explore France’s culture through courses on French literature, film and contemporary society. Enjoy guest lectures by local and international scholars. Benefit from hands-on learning, including internships and study abroad programs.

    Our comprehensive curriculum also sharpens your digital literacy and communication skills. Explore emerging research in French and Francophone studies. Produce creative and critical texts across different genres and media. You’ll graduate with advanced skills in writing, presentation and problem-solving, prepared to thrive in multilingual and professional settings. You’ll be able to pursue careers in international business, diplomacy, teaching, tourism and more.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    The cross-cultural skills you gain at Adelaide University will set you up for success in international and multilingual professions. You might negotiate sustainability policies with leaders in Pacific Island nations. You could orchestrate an international festival in the heart of Paris – or take it online as a virtual reality event. Perhaps you’ll work in translating, teaching or tourism.

    Other potential careers include:

    • Cultural liaison
    • Interpreter
    • Foreign correspondent
    • Diplomat
    • Public servant
    • Foreign service officer
    • Immigration specialist
    • Legal assistant
    • Market research analyst
    • Import/export coordinator
    • PR specialist.

    Adelaide University graduates have secured prestigious positions at the Department of Immigration, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry, French consulates and embassies, media organisations, restaurants and wineries in both South Australia and France.

    Industry trends

    France is a key economic partner of many countries, including Australia. Your fluency will be a bridge not just to France, but also its territories in the Pacific – such as New Caledonia, Wallis and Futuna, and French Polynesia. These regions are hotspots for Australasian trade, environmental cooperation, educational exchanges and strategic partnerships.

    French cinema, literature and media industries continue to hold significant cultural sway. As global streaming services expand their international offerings, cross-cultural skills in translation, film criticism and international media distribution will be valuable.

    Proficiency in French also opens job opportunities in service industries including government, education, healthcare, finance, hospitality, gastronomy, marketing and law.

    Fee Information

    Bachelor of Arts majoring in French Studies
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide

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