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Bachelor of Arts, French Major at Athabasca University

Athabasca University, Canada

Programme overview

Bienvenue! Master the nuances of French language and dive deep into the rich culture and literature of France, Quebec, and other global Francophone regions with our Bachelor of Arts, French Major.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: Concentration option 3 years; major option 4 years  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Monthly; enrol any time  |  Location: Athabasca, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Kickstart your journey towards fluency in French with our structured online courses, starting from beginner levels to more advanced studies in French language and beyond. Our curriculum not only covers the essentials of the language but also offers a strong foundation in Francophone literature, designed to prepare you for deeper explorations into the world of French culture.

Career pathways

With a Bachelor of Arts in French, you could explore careers in fields like translation, international relations, education, tourism, or even global marketing, all while embracing the richness of the French language and culture.

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Application information

Entry requirements

There are no formal admission requirements for either the 3-year or the 4-year program. All you need is to be 16 or older. You can enrol anytime and start right away, regardless of your previous education.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Undergraduate programmes have continuous enrolment: applications are accepted throughout the year and students can start registering for courses as soon as the online application is complete.

There are no application deadlines for most undergraduate programs. Applications go through the online Undergraduate General Application, with part of the process completed in ApplyAlberta; the one-time, non-refundable general application fee is $141 (2026-2027).

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