Ba(Hons) French

The Ba(Hons) French program at Western Washington University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the French language and culture. The course covers various aspects of French grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, as well as immersing students in the language through cultural events and activities. Students will also have the opportunity to study abroad in France or other French-speaking countries, providing them with a unique and enriching learning experience. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to communicate effectively in French and understand the complexities of French culture.

Additional Information

Students can choose from a variety of elective courses such as French literature, history, or business, providing them with a well-rounded education. The program also offers opportunities for students to participate in language exchange programs, cultural events, and study abroad programs, providing students with a unique and enriching learning experience.

Discover the Beauty of French Language and Culture at Western Washington University

Western Washington University is an ideal location for studying French due to its proximity to Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. The university offers a supportive and diverse community of students and faculty, as well as a range of academic and extracurricular opportunities. Additionally, the university's location provides easy access to cultural events, museums, and other resources for language learning.

In keeping with the aim of providing the skills needed to learn about a culture in depth, the Department of Modern and Classical Languages trains in two areas: language structure and literary analysis. Language structure is taught both holistically and analytically. Holistic language learning is facilitated by modern methods and multimedia technology, as well as study abroad opportunities. The department supports the analytical instruction of language skills courses, as well as a significant number of courses in Linguistics. Literary analysis is essential to a student’s understanding of the highest achievements in aesthetic expression of a culture’s values.

The department provides instruction in history and culture, as well as literary theory, with an end to enabling the student to gain access to the intellectual life in the culture. The department imparts skills to future world language teachers so that they may similarly enable high school students to begin the acquisition of world languages.

Why Consider a French Major?

The department provides students the skills to learn firsthand about major world societies. The department believes that the best way to understand a culture directly is through its language. The modern languages offered in the department are spoken natively by nearly two billion people. The multifaceted programs of the department provide an opening to the world through language, literature, culture and civilization. It is a meeting place for true diversity.

Academic Requirements for freshman students:

The admission requirements for undergraduate courses are given as follows:

• Completed application form

• Academic Transcripts(certified english translations if necessary)

• Relevant High school degree/Grade Report/Certificates

• SAT or ACT Scores (Optional)

• A cumulative GPA of 2.50

• Personal Statement or essay

• One letter of recommendation

• List of extracurricular activities(if any)

• Portfolio