Bachelor of Arts in French

Enhance your spoken and written French skills as you study literature, culture, and linguistics. You'll take courses that range from African and Caribbean literature to Quebecois literature, from fiction to cinema, and much more.
The French program, and its minor and honours options, are designed to enhance your active communication skills and develop your appreciation of Francophone culture and literature, including those in Canada, France, Africa, and the Caribbean. Whether youre a complete beginner or a native speaker, youll find a rich selection of language and literature courses that will fit your level and interests.
After developing your French language proficiency for practical uses such as travelling, you can explore French literature and the progression of the language as it evolved from Latin in the years of complex life in Medieval France. Modern French cultures offer vibrant literature and distinct societies in Qubec, Manitoba, Louisiana, North Africa, sub-Saharan Africa, the Caribbean, and in France's overseas regions, among others.
A French degree will teach you about connection, communication, and community. It often pairs well with majors or minors in other languages, or with subjects such as Political Science, International Relations, History, Canadian Studies, Linguistics, Arts, Film Studies, Music, and more.

Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school: Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII. Certificates must be official. Photocopies are acceptable if certified by school principal, head, or counsellor. Notarized copies are not acceptable.

English Language Admission Standard: Canadian Academic English Language assessment - Overall 70; Cambridge English Qualifications – 180; UBC Certificate in English – 600; International English Language Testing System (Academic) - 6.5, with no part less than 6.0; Pearson Test of English (Academic) - Overall: 65, Reading: 60, Listening: 60, Writing: 60, Speaking: 60; Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based test - Overall: 90, Reading: 22, Listening: 22, Writing: 21, Speaking: 21.