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, then 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 translator/interpreter
- French language teacher
- Customer service coordinator
- Consultant/facilitator
- Corporate travel consultant
- Travel consultant
“The best thing about the BA is its flexibility! I began with classes in economics and international relations, which ended up being my passion in the long run. In my opinion, being an all-rounder is beneficial post-uni, as flexibility, adaptability and diverse knowledge in a workplace is an important skill.”
Amy WalkerGraduate, Bachelor of Arts (International Relations and Economics) and Diploma in Languages (French)
“I was an intern at the Max Planck Institute in Germany and... because I understood the language, I had a seat at the table. That’s truly one of the most powerful aspects of learning another language – it opens so many doors.”
Anna JohnGraduate, Diploma in Languages (French)
“The Diploma in Languages is an amazing option... Living in a global world, I believe the advantage of studying and graduating with another language will be hugely beneficial for future employment.”
Kate WalkerGraduate, Diploma in Languages (French)
“The best thing about the BA is its flexibility! I began with classes in economics and international relations, which ended up being my passion in the long run. In my opinion, being an all-rounder is beneficial post-uni, as flexibility, adaptability and diverse knowledge in a workplace is an important skill.”
Amy WalkerGraduate, Bachelor of Arts (International Relations and Economics) and Diploma in Languages (French)
“I was an intern at the Max Planck Institute in Germany and... because I understood the language, I had a seat at the table. That’s truly one of the most powerful aspects of learning another language – it opens so many doors.”
Anna JohnGraduate, Diploma in Languages (French)
“The Diploma in Languages is an amazing option... Living in a global world, I believe the advantage of studying and graduating with another language will be hugely beneficial for future employment.”
Kate WalkerGraduate, Diploma in Languages (French)
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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
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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