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French & Francophone Studies

Delve into French language, culture and literature to use in teaching, interpretation, business or public service.

B.A. in Modern Languages - French & Francophone Studies Option; Minor

In the French & Francophone Studies program at Montana State, students are able to explore a full range of courses on French language, culture and literature. French & Francophone Studies students start with a grounding of the French language throughout their freshman and sophomore years before delving into advanced language labs and other in-depth research surrounding Francophone interests.

The Modern Languages & Literatures major at Montana State offers four additional Options Within the Major: Asian Studies, German Studies, Latin American & Latino Studies and Hispanic Studies. Additionally, French & Francophone Studies can be taken as a minor.

 

"Undergraduate research has been instrumental in shaping who I am today."

Spencer Danserau '19, Modern Languages & Literature and Mechanical Engineering

 

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Top Public University in Montana
According to the Forbes list of America's Top Colleges, Montana State is the No. 1 Public University in the state based on value, post-graduation salary and student experience.

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Study The World
Through the Office of International Programs, Modern Languages & Literatures students have a wide variety of once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to study abroad and practice their language of choice in an immersive environment.

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Adventure Awaits
Montana State is the No. 1 college in the U.S. for outdoor sports and recreation, with world-class skiing, hiking, biking, fly fishing and close proximity to Yellowstone National Park.

 

 

Career Resources

Within their first year of graduation, more than 96% of Montana State graduates are employed, continuing their education or not seeking employment, and career guidance website Zippia consistently ranks MSU as the #1 school in the state where alumni are most likely to land jobs.

Career Coaching & Professional Skills Studio

Professional career coaches help students with their career exploration, employer networking opportunities and job or internship searches. They also critique resumes and help students practice job interviews. Additionally, the Allen Yarnell Center for Student Success offers free workshops for students to develop the professional communication and collaboration skills that are highly sought after by employers.

Careers

French & Francophone Studies students at Montana State University go into careers such as:

  • Translation/Interpretation
  • Education
  • Civil Service
  • Law
  • Social Work

To explore more career possibilities, the Allen Yarnell Center for Student Success has a variety of tools available [BROKEN LINK] , including self-assessment and working with career coaches.