48 monthsProgramme duration
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Many of the basic concepts underlying Western society were expressed for the first time in ancient Greek or Latin. Together with French, they are the languages of many highly influential literary and cultural works.
Studying French and Classics helps us understand the contemporary world, and also sheds light on the past. Our flexible joint honours programme enables you to learn at least two languages in their cultural context, or to combine studying French with a non-language pathway through ancient worlds.
French
You will have the opportunity to acquire near-native fluency in this widely-spoken modern language, while gaining the broad cultural education valued by graduate employers.
We will introduce you to the extraordinary richness and variety of the Francophone world through the study of:
- literature and cinema
- political history and social movements
- philosophical ideas
Our courses cover material from the Middle Ages to the 21st century and include specialist options in key disciplines such as decolonial, gender, and film studies, all taught by leading experts.
Your studies are your gateway to the cultures of parts of:
- Europe
- Africa
- the Americas
Classics
You can opt to take a Latin, Ancient Greek or a non-language pathway through Classics.
You will explore the highly influential scholarship and literature of the classical world that gave rise to Western society.
Why Edinburgh
As a world-leading historic, festival and capital city, Edinburgh is a fantastic place to study a modern language in its cultural context and alongside classics. There is plenty to see and do throughout the year, including events at the annual French and Africa in Motion film festivals, and at the nearby Institut français d'Ecosse.
Additionally, we are unique in Scotland in offering students a full academic year abroad within the four-year honours programme, regardless of whether you spend the year studying or working.
Programme benefits
- Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
- Go abroad for the first of your honours years - Year 3.
- Build up to fluency in the French language, and specialise in different aspects of Francophone studies and classics as you move through your degree.
- Learn in an historic capital city where we have taught French for over a century.
- Explore fantastic libraries and collections at the University and in the city.
- Join societies, attend events, and gain the skills and confidence for life after university.
How long it takes to complete this degree programme
This programme is studied over 4 years, including a year abroad. This enables us to build choice and flexibility into your studies, giving you time to explore options, find what you like and build your skills.
Your first two years will be your pre-honours years. They will give you a good grounding in your subjects. In addition to studying core courses, you will broaden your education and skill set by choosing option courses. This may enable you to change the focus of your programme.
Your final two years will be your honours years. You will spend Year 3 abroad, gaining a lived experience of Francophone culture. Year 4 will be tailored to your interests in specific topics or approaches to French and Francophone Studies and Classics.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Many of the basic concepts underlying Western society were expressed for the first time in ancient Greek or Latin. Together with French, they are the languages of many highly influential literary and cultural works.
Studying French and Classics helps us understand the contemporary world, and also sheds light on the past. Our flexible joint honours programme enables you to learn at least two languages in their cultural context, or to combine studying French with a non-language pathway through ancient worlds.
French
You will have the opportunity to acquire near-native fluency in this widely-spoken modern language, while gaining the broad cultural education valued by graduate employers.
We will introduce you to the extraordinary richness and variety of the Francophone world through the study of:
- literature and cinema
- political history and social movements
- philosophical ideas
Our courses cover material from the Middle Ages to the 21st century and include specialist options in key disciplines such as decolonial, gender, and film studies, all taught by leading experts.
Your studies are your gateway to the cultures of parts of:
- Europe
- Africa
- the Americas
Classics
You can opt to take a Latin, Ancient Greek or a non-language pathway through Classics.
You will explore the highly influential scholarship and literature of the classical world that gave rise to Western society.
Why Edinburgh
As a world-leading historic, festival and capital city, Edinburgh is a fantastic place to study a modern language in its cultural context and alongside classics. There is plenty to see and do throughout the year, including events at the annual French and Africa in Motion film festivals, and at the nearby Institut français d'Ecosse.
Additionally, we are unique in Scotland in offering students a full academic year abroad within the four-year honours programme, regardless of whether you spend the year studying or working.
Programme benefits
- Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
- Go abroad for the first of your honours years - Year 3.
- Build up to fluency in the French language, and specialise in different aspects of Francophone studies and classics as you move through your degree.
- Learn in an historic capital city where we have taught French for over a century.
- Explore fantastic libraries and collections at the University and in the city.
- Join societies, attend events, and gain the skills and confidence for life after university.
How long it takes to complete this degree programme
This programme is studied over 4 years, including a year abroad. This enables us to build choice and flexibility into your studies, giving you time to explore options, find what you like and build your skills.
Your first two years will be your pre-honours years. They will give you a good grounding in your subjects. In addition to studying core courses, you will broaden your education and skill set by choosing option courses. This may enable you to change the focus of your programme.
Your final two years will be your honours years. You will spend Year 3 abroad, gaining a lived experience of Francophone culture. Year 4 will be tailored to your interests in specific topics or approaches to French and Francophone Studies and Classics.
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