MA in French (Non-Thesis) in Norman United States | University of Oklahoma

The Department of Modern Languages, Literatures and Linguistics provides graduate programs awarding Master of Arts degrees in French, German, and Spanish, along with Doctor of Philosophy degrees in French or Spanish. Students can explore comprehensive studies across all principal areas and historical periods of French, German, Spanish, and Spanish-American literature through advanced courses and seminars. Both thesis and non-thesis options are available for MA candidates in French, German, and Spanish. As a vital academic unit, the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics (MLLL) serves as a bridge connecting global perspectives to the University of Oklahoma (OU) and vice versa. Committed to OU's pursuit of academic distinction, MLLL fosters research and instruction in the humanities. Faculty members equip students with essential language competencies and analytical frameworks to navigate intercultural encounters. The department highlights the enduring value of literary and cultural heritage in shaping human identity throughout history. Graduate students pursuing master's or doctoral degrees engage with specialized coursework in literature, cultural studies, theoretical approaches, and research methods while receiving guided professional preparation. These programs aim to cultivate future scholars, educators, and practitioners whose work advances understanding of contemporary languages, literatures, and cultural traditions.