Immerse yourself in French language and culture.
Courses in this major cover language skills and offer knowledge about some of the major historical, social, literary and philosophical movements in the Francophone world.
Many graduates use their language competency to enhance their employability in fields such as business, education, tourism and politics.
The French major is designed for students who have no previous knowledge of French. If you have completed substantial French study, the French Advanced major is for you.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- French language teacher
- Consultant/facilitator
- French translator/interpreter
- Tourism consultant
- Language analyst
- International business consultant
“The most powerful thing that I learnt at university was the ability to think critically. I carried this ability to analyse and dissect a situation from different angles with me from the classroom to different professional scenarios with relative ease.”
Julia ClyneGraduate, Bachelor of Arts (French and Religion)
“My studies enabled me to spend a semester on exchange in France: an experience which has been invaluable especially during my BA honours year. I will be heading back to France on a scholarship to study my masters.”
Amy BergmanGraduate, Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in French/Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
“The most powerful thing that I learnt at university was the ability to think critically. I carried this ability to analyse and dissect a situation from different angles with me from the classroom to different professional scenarios with relative ease.”
Julia ClyneGraduate, Bachelor of Arts (French and Religion)
“My studies enabled me to spend a semester on exchange in France: an experience which has been invaluable especially during my BA honours year. I will be heading back to France on a scholarship to study my masters.”
Amy BergmanGraduate, Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in French/Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
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How you'll learn
In 2023, we'll be teaching on campus, with online options (for most programs and plans) for students who can't attend in person. See the list of programs and plans you can't commence online.
Course delivery modes may change in future semesters.
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Overseas study
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Introductory French 1 & 2
- Language Awareness & Cross-Cultural Competence for the Global Workplace
- Second Language Learning
- Cinema in French
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