Program Overview

UCC University College Cork

Arts - French

Course Fact File

• Code: CK101 and CK108
• Subject Title: French
• Duration: 3 years
• Teaching Mode: Full-time
• Qualifications: BA (Hons)
• NFQ Level: Level 8

Course Outline

French at UCC will not only expand your knowledge and use of the language, it will introduce you to modern French culture and the cultures of French-speaking countries worldwide.

Along with translation, philosophy, visual culture and linguistics, you will study a wide range of topics, including history, literature, music, theatre, politics and the connections France has to other countries.

The course brings together a sense of French culture, its role in the world, and the value of the language – one of the two working languages of many institutions, such as the European Union.

French at UCC opens the door to a vast amount of opportunities on a global scale.

Modules

• Year 1
  • FR1101 Foundation Course in Written and Oral French (10 credits)
  • FR1201 Introduction to French Studies (5 credits)
• Years 2 and 3
  • Language class and literature seminar
  • Lecture course on the 17th century (covering politics, architecture, literature, the role of women, art)
  • Options on art, linguistics, writings from North Africa and beyond, politics, theatre, fiction, philosophy

Course Practicalities

• Expected lecture hours: 3 hours of language and 2 hours of French culture per week in first year, 3 hours of language and 2-3 hours of culture per week in second and final year
• Expected reading hours: 2-3 hours per week
• Assessment: Written exams, language tests, oral exams, essays, presentations, participation

Why Choose This Course

• The French Department is the largest in the State in terms of student numbers, providing a huge community of French-speakers at all stages and vibrant connections to actual French culture.
• Staff are heavily involved with the cultural sector, a key employer of language graduates.
• Opportunities to study French at one of our partner universities in France or Belgium.

Placement or Study Abroad Information

• Study Abroad: Opportunities to study French at one of our partner universities in France or Belgium.
• Work Placement: The College of Arts offers a work-placement module.

Skills and Careers Information

• Language skills are vital in a globalised economy, and with so many multinationals coming to Ireland the demand is high for French, the most widely spoken language in Europe.
• Language and cultural knowledge provide career mobility, and many of our graduates are now working in France, Belgium and Switzerland.

Requirements

• Refer to CK101 and CK108.
• A student will not be allowed to select French unless s/he has attained a pass standard in French in the Leaving Certificate examination (or equivalent).
• It is recommended that students have attained a H4 in Leaving Certificate French.

Fees and Costs

• Whether you are an EU or Non-EU student will affect the course fees applicable to you.
• The State will pay the tuition fees for EU students who are eligible under the Free Fees Scheme.
• The annual student contribution and capitation fees are payable by the student.

How To Apply

• Refer to CK101 and CK108.
• Irish and European (EU/EFTA/UK) Applicants: Apply via the CAO.
• Mature Applicants: Apply via the CAO by 1 February.
• QQI/FET Applicants: Apply via the CAO.
• Non-EU Applicants: Apply online via the UCC Apply portal.