French Studies - Master of Arts (MA)

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Join an intensive research unit and open doors to careers that meet the needs of the current job market with the Master of Arts in French Studies program.

The program is rich in both theory and practice – you’ll be involved in cutting-edge research projects and experiential education opportunities in research disciplines related to Early Modern French literature and culture, French literature, francophonie, digital humanities, linguistics, and more.  

Completed over the course of one year, you can choose from three study options including a thesis, master’s research paper or coursework. You’ll benefit from international conferences that are regularly organized by the department and a lecture series that provides you with the opportunity to meet top scholars from around the world.  

You’ll be prepared for further study at the PhD level, or to pursue a career in teaching or the public or private sectors with roles like translator/interpreter, intercultural consultant, language instructor, bilingual communications specialist, program coordinator for international organizations and NGOs, and bilingual program manager and customer relations.

 

 

Program overview

Department/School: French Studies
Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Admit term(s): Fall (September - December), Winter (January - April)
Delivery mode: On-campus
Program type: Master's, Research
Length of program: 12 months (full-time)
Registration option(s): Full-time, Part-time
Study option(s): Thesis, Master's Research Paper, Coursework

Application deadlines

  • February 1 (for admission in September)
  • July 1 (for admission in January of the following year)

Key contacts

Scarlett van Berkel
scarlett.vanberkel@uwaterloo.ca
519-888-4567, ext. 41595

Admission limitations

Due to funding restrictions, the Faculty of Arts is currently limiting the number of international students we can admit. Please contact the department's Associate Chair, Graduate Studies prior to applying to discuss your interest in this program.

Supervisors

Admission requirements

  • Applicants who have completed an undergraduate program in French with a cumulative average of 75% in a recognized four-year Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree program in a Canadian university (or its equivalent) may be admitted to the program.

Degree requirements

  • Review the degree requirements in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree

Application materials

  • Writing Sample 
  • Resume
  • Transcripts
  • References
    • Three references are required; at least two academic
  • Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable.
    • TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)

Tuition and fees