BA (Joint Hons) English & French

The English and French undergraduate course offered by the University of Strathclyde is aimed at honing the skills of students in both English and French literature. The program includes the perspectives of language, society, politics, culture, and creative expression of both English and French-speaking communities. The main advantage of the course is that the students will study both subjects equally up to the Honours years, providing a comprehensive understanding of the two subjects.Course Content: The course is split into two main subjects - English and French. In English, students will have an in-depth study of creative writing and journalism, while focusing on contemporary approaches to language and literary studies. The French part of the course focuses on the language, culture, institutions, and structures of contemporary French-speaking communities. Year 3 of the course includes a study abroad opportunity, immersing students directly in French culture and language.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Creative Writing, including fiction, poetry, and performance, Understanding Language, which covers topics such as how children learn their first language, and French studies, focusing on the language, culture, and institutions of the French-speaking world.Accreditations: The University of Strathclyde is a charter member of the Chartered Institute of Linguists and the University's French graduates are eligible to become members.Future Careers: The course gives students a wide range of career possibilities including international organisations, journalism, professional writing, teaching, translating/interpreting, PR, advertising, and marketing, among other careers.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.