Postgraduate Diploma in Arts - French

Summary

The PGDipArts is an alternative to the Bachelor of Arts (Honours). This programme might be for you if you want to undertake advanced study without writing a dissertation, if honours degrees aren’t recognised in your country, or if you would like to study part-time over a longer period.

You can use a completed PGDipArts with a GPA of 5.0 or higher as an possible qualification for the one-year Master of Arts.

French

French involves not only language study, but also knowledge of the culture, history and literature of France and the French-speaking world.

French is one of the major languages of diplomacy and international organisations and is widely spoken on five continents.

Alongside developing your language skills you can also develop your knowledge of the culture, history and literature of France and the French-speaking world.

Where can French take you?

Your knowledge of French language and culture could lead to a career in diplomatic and government service, trade and business, teaching, research, tourism, libraries or translation and interpreting.

French can be particularly useful for careers in international organisations and multinational companies. French is an official language of the UN, UNESCO and NATO.

Programme structure

120 points
Advanced taught courses in one subject chosen from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
You may be able to include a dissertation
You may be able to include up to 30 points from other subjects
One year full-time or up to four years part-time

Further study options

• Master of Arts
• Master of Conflict and Terrorism Studies
• Master of Heritage Conservation
• Master of Indigenous Studies
• Master of Professional Studies
• Master of Public Policy