Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - French Studies - Second Degree Honours Candidates (QAY)

This degree is for those students who are currently completing/ have completed a first undergraduate degree and are interested in beginning a second undergraduate degree at Queen’s.

The French Studies department offers three undergraduate concentrations (a Minor, a Medial and a Major), two certificates of competence (intermediate and intermediate-advanced) as well as elective courses for beginners. Areas of study include oral and written language as well as French literature and culture. Courses are offered in a supportive and collegial atmosphere. It is also possible to study French in either Québec or France during the summer, one semester or through year-long exchanges.

Top 5 Reasons to study French:

1. Mastery of French gives access to a multicultural perspective on the world.
2. Students can find careers in translation, journalism, public relations, public relations, and health.
3. Students can study abroad and learn more about the French language and culture.
4. Students will Interact closely with professors in class and during the many events held throughout the year.
5. Students will learn not only the language but the history, culture, and literatures of French, in Canada and abroad.

Note: Students in this program are eligible for the Queen’s Undergraduate Internship Program (QUIP) which provides 2nd or 3rd year students with a 12-16 month work experience. The internship normally occurs following the student’s third year of study, after which the student completes the final year of the honours degree. The internships are paid, professionally supervised, career-related positions offering students the opportunity to learn about current advances, practices, and technologies in business and industry.