PhD in French Studies - Early Modern French Literary Studies and Theory in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

The University of Waterloo's Department of French Studies provides diverse undergraduate programs (including French Teaching Specialization, Honours, Arts and Business French, Minors, and Certificates) along with graduate programs (M.A. and Ph.D.). For those seeking to learn and immerse themselves in French, our Department is an ideal choice for academic and professional growth. We provide degree programs at the Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral levels, with research-focused faculty and a welcoming community that equips students for careers in education, tourism, government, and business. Additionally, we offer language courses for students aiming to enhance their French proficiency. Detailed course listings and program details can be found on our website. Our Doctorate in French Studies is a four-year program featuring three key research areas aligned with evolving academic trends and workforce demands: digital archiving and electronic publishing, literature and theories of the Ancien Régime, and Francophone cultural and literary studies (19th–21st centuries).

Research on the Ancien Régime has long been a cornerstone of our Department's academic focus. Our team of globally recognized scholars explores diverse research areas spanning from the early Middle Ages to the late 18th century. Their work encompasses the analysis and publication of texts by women authors, the preservation of travel narratives and correspondence, and the influence of printing on the formation of literary traditions.