International Direct - Bachelor of Arts - French

In today’s competitive job market, a degree is about not just what a student studies, but also how it will unfold their eventual career path. The Department offers a Bachelor of Arts in French as well as a minor in French. It combines the study of the French language with courses that provide the practical knowledge students need to succeed as a working professional in the 21st Century.

Many French majors pursue second majors in areas such as biology, business, public relations or international studies for careers in business, medicine or law. The program can also prepare students to enter the teaching profession, continue with graduate studies, or volunteer for the Peace Corps or other international agencies in French-speaking countries.

Because study abroad provides a significant boost to language proficiency and valuable intercultural experiences, French majors and minors are encouraged to incorporate study abroad into their coursework. Gonzaga University students can participate in sponsored programs in either Paris at the Institute Catholique or Aix-en-Provence at IAU, the Institute for American Universities. To ensure the maximum benefit of study abroad to their academic plan, they should discuss their plans early in their academic career with a member of the French program faculty.