You'll study the same linguistics modules as students on the single honours Linguistics degree.
Your stage 1 modules will lay the foundation for in-depth analysis and description of language. They focus on topics such as the:
- structure of words and sentences (morphology and syntax)
- sounds and sound systems of language (phonetics and phonology)
- language variation and change
- language acquisition and psycholinguistics
Your language covers speaking, reading, writing and listening skills.
You'll have a weekly grammar lesson, complemented by classes aimed at helping you understand the culture and society of the countries where French is spoken.
Modules
| Optional Modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| France and the Francophone World | 20 |
| Introduction to Linguistics | 20 |
| Academic Study and Research Skills | 0 |
Through your compulsory modules you’ll develop your knowledge of:
- core aspects of grammar and sound patterns
- how these apply to a range of languages
You'll broaden your understanding of language by exploring the social context in which languages are learned, used and how they change over time.
In your French modules in the School of Modern Languages, you’ll develop your:
- reading, listening, writing and speaking skills
- understanding of the culture and society of French-speaking countries. This is in preparation for your year abroad
Modules
| Compulsory Modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level C (HE Advanced) French | 20 |
| Phonological Theory | 20 |
| Syntactic Theory | 20 |
| Year Abroad Preparation | 0 |
You will spend your third year studying or working (or a combination of both) in a French-speaking country.
Modules
| Compulsory Modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Year Abroad Tutor Posts | 100 |
Optional Modules
Study Abroad (20 credits)
Year Abroad Work Placement Report (Semester 1) (20 credits)
Year Abroad Work Placement Report (Semester 2) (20 credits)
Year Abroad Project (Semester 2) (20 credits)
You'll continue to study advanced language modules in French, reflecting the fluency you will have gained during your year abroad.
You can select your remaining modules from an array of choices, each of which is closely linked to your lecturers’ active research specialisms. These currently include syntactic and phonological theory; low-educated second language and literacy acquisition; language origins and evolution; child language acquisition and language change.
You will also undertake an independent project, leading your own research in close collaboration with a faculty supervisor.
Modules
You must take one of the following modules (shown in the list below):
| Module | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level D (HE Further Advanced) French: Language for Professional & Academic Purposes | 20 |
| Level D (HE Further Advanced) French: Translation & Interpreting | 20 |
You must also take one of the following modules (shown in the list below):