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As an MA (Hons) French student, you'll refine your language and communication abilities to an advanced level. The program offers exploration of specialized subjects such as French linguistics, literature, cultural studies, history, political science, and cinema. In your third year, you can participate in study abroad opportunities at one of the University's Erasmus partner institutions in France. Those who complete a year overseas gain not only practical teaching experience but also enhance their language proficiency, cross-cultural understanding, and personal growth. The MA (Hons) in French also offers a five-year variant with an incorporated year abroad, allowing students to work in a Francophone nation between their second and third years. This curriculum combines advanced study of Modern Languages (French and German) and English through research-focused teaching, fostering an appreciation for knowledge creation and development. The program cultivates independent learning characterized by curiosity, precision, and academic excellence. Spanning 48 months, this Master of Arts (Honours) degree requires completion of 480 credits (typically 120 per year). Initial years feature core program modules alongside elective options (potentially including interdisciplinary courses), while later years emphasize specialized, research-driven coursework.