About This Program
The French Studies minor prepares you to thrive as a globally competent citizen through an in-depth encounter with French and Francophone cultures and literatures. Minors develop language proficiency and communication skills as you study literatures, films, and cultures of the French-speaking world.
The French program at UMD is committed to an interdisciplinary curriculum that focuses on the literature, history, and politics of French-speaking cultures and societies. Many choose to minor in French to enhance their pursuits in other disciplines like business, biology, politics, art and history, acknowledging that competence in the French language and knowledge of French-speaking cultures enhances your career opportunities.
Research & Experiential Learning
- You are encouraged to study abroad, with opportunities in both France and Morocco
Potential Careers
- Any discipline with an international presence: Doctors Without Borders, Engineers Without Borders, Accountants Without Borders, etc.
- English Teaching Assistant, France
- Peace Corps (Africa is most common placement for French speakers)
- K-12 French language teacher
- International business
- Organizations such as the United Nations, Amnesty International, and the World Health Organization
- Nonprofits with an international focus (eg. American Refugee Committee, Global Minnesota)
- Law or medical school
- Graduate school in fields such as linguistics, French and Francophone literature and culture, museum studies, communication, international affairs, etc.
Scholarships
- Alayne and Charles Berkins Scholarship
- Angela Marinelli Scholarship
- Frances A. Knobloch Scholarship
- Friends of Milan Kovacovic Scholarship
Get Involved
- Club de Français
Requirements
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