43 French BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Choosing French French can be taken as part of a BA Joint Honours degree (DN500). It can also be taken on a part time basis (DN501). You can also study German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese. Opportunities exist for suitably qualified students to spend a year abroad and graduate with a BA (International). If you have already decided that you wish to spend a year abroad as part of your degree, then consider DN531 International French. If you wish to study more than one of these languages, and spend a year abroad, then consider DN541 International Languages. Check out the other subjects you can study with French by looking at the diagram on page 33. Details of how to apply for these combinations, as part of DN500, are on page 184.
Entry Requirements
CAO Code DN500 BA – Joint Honours – full time
Leaving Certificate Passes in six subjects including English, Irish, A third language and three other recognised subjects, of which two must be minimum HC3.
Average 2010 CAO Points 415 Minimum 2010 CAO Points 365
A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements Pages 176/177
Average Places 30 Length of Programme 3 Years
Why is this subject for me? Studying French at UCD develops your language and communication skills, and allows you to explore the diversity of French and francophone cultures. You will broaden your understanding of and self-expression in a language that is both European and global (spoken on four of the five continents). You will discover a range of differ- ent world perspectives which will encourage you to think critically about how cultures relate to one another. Tis cultural sensitivity equips you for the increasingly multicultural society and workplace of the future. Troughout, you will be taught by experi-
enced, committed and enthusiastic teachers and researchers, offering a diverse range of modules designed to develop your linguistic and critical skills.
What will I study? Modules include: First Year French Language • French Literature and Film Second Year
Core French Language • Core French Literature (19th Century) • French Option Modules Final Year
Core French Language • French Option Modules
Recent option modules in second and final year have included: Te Literature of Quebec • Love & Laughter in the Middle Ages • Rabelais & Renaissance Literature • Introduction to Enlightenment • Reading Racine’s Women • Proust • Second Language Acquisition • New Wave Cinema • Contemporary French Cinema • From Modernity to Postmodernity
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Te communication skills, critical awareness and intellectual flexibility fostered by the study of French make it a good foundation for careers in a wide range of areas. Graduates have pursued careers in fields including:
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Progression Entry Routes (DN500/DN501) FETAC Entry Route — Yes See
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IT Transfer Route — None
CAO Code DN501 BA – Joint Honours – part time (day)
Entry Requirements as above.
A International business A International relations A Public administration A Education A Translation and interpreting A Tourism
A BA in French is also a platform for further study in the field or in other disciplines, such as European studies, international relations or translation.
International Study Opportunities Students are encouraged to apply for a year- long Erasmus exchange with one of our twelve partner universities across France, Belgium and Switzerland, and so graduate with a four year BA (International).
Germaine
Fagan STUDENT
Studying French at UCD has been a truly rewarding experience. I always looked forward to classes as I knew I
was going to learn something new. Te lecturers and tutors are very friendly and are more than willing to help with any questions you might have. I chose the BA International degree as I wanted to spend a year in France. I thoroughly enjoyed my Erasmus year in Lyon which helped me gain fluency in the language while making life-long friends of different nationalities.
Further information
facebook.com/UCDLife Dr Douglas Smith (Head of French), UCD School of Languages & Literatures, Room A310, Newman Building, Belfield, Dublin 4
CAO Code DN531 Direct Entry
Subject Entry Requirements as above.
Special Entry Recommendation: We recommend that you should have a pass, preferably at least Grade HC3 in French in the Leaving Certificate, or equivalent.
Average CAO Points 2010 435 Minimum CAO Points 2010 380
A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements Pages 176/177
Average Intake 20
Length of Programme 4 Years This degree requires that you spend a year abroad.
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