Undergraduate
French Studies
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Student Central
The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009
Telephone
131 UWA (131 892)
International
(+61 8) 6488 1000
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This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
Career Pathways
Whether studying for a major or taking a European language as an elective unit, graduates who have studied French will be well qualified for careers in the diplomatic services, teaching, and interpreting and translating, as well as careers in travel, hospitality, publishing, theatre, commerce, international relations and the entertainment industry. Knowledge of a foreign language is particularly helpful in international banking and law, journalism and communications, medical and scientific areas, music, and the arts.
Potential career opportunities include:
- Translator*
- Language Teacher*
- Diplomat
- Worker with international NGO
*Postgraduate study required
Further Study
Master of Translation Studies
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees. For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.
Find out more information about tuition fees, or visit the fee calculator for a more accurate cost.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
International Student Fees
Find out more about tuition fees or visit the fee calculator for the estimated total course fee.
Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
- 3.6
- 75.5
- 254
- 324
- 14.5
- 280
- 61
- 1130
- 56
- 75
Admission requirements
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
How to apply
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We'll guide you through our entry requirements, admission pathways available to you and application deadlines for your chosen course.
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Course details
About the course
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- 3-4 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
- Undergraduate
- MJD-FRNHB
- 3 years (BA); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
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Why you should take a language as your second major or minor
Interested in the study of languages? Study with us at the largest language hub in the state.
Course Structure
This major is available in three different streams, catering from beginners through to near-native speakers. It is possible to combine French Studies with a second major from within Arts, Biomedical Science, Commerce or Science.
Popular combinations
Why study this course?
- Achieve high levels of competency in listening, speaking, writing and reading the French language
- Experience the rich cultural diversity of one of the world's major international languages – French is spoken by more than 300 million people worldwide on five continents
- Gain a skill that will add value to any career as well as open up exciting new travel opportunities
- Have the opportunity to participate in an exchange program at leading universities and elite schools throughout France, Canada or the Pacific islands
Translator
To become a translator, you will complete five years of study.
Put theory into practice
Current UWA students are eligible to take one of our professional experience units. These units bridge the gap between university and the workplace by providing opportunities to gain hands-on, practical experience. You can master new skills, make connections and network, get a taste of the opportunities in the workforce and add experience to your resume, all before graduating.
Find out more about Work Integrated Learning.
Your degree options
This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees. It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.
You'll learn to
- communicate effectively and proficiently in the French language
- interact confidently and successfully in situations involving French cultural conventions
- interpret French language texts – written, audio, visual – in the light of French culture and society
- understand French and francophone cultures throughout the world and reflect on your own culture
- move with accuracy and skill between the English and French languages and cultures
Become a bilingual citizen of the world at the largest language hub in Western Australia
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Assured Pathways
Why take a second major
- Expand your skills - Taking a second major either in a complementary area or in something like Economics or Business Law will show you have developed transferable skills such as, teamwork, critical thinking, digital literacy and presentation skills – which are highly sought after in the workforce.
- Add it to your resume – Employers are looking for graduates who have skills in a variety of areas. Two majors will expand your career prospects and help you stand out amongst the crowd.