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Study an official language of Canada and an influential language spoken by millions of people around the globe. Our department offers a broad and varied curriculum not found in other French programs: you will gain a keen understanding of the Francophone world and identity, master your French, learn many power skills, and develop your cultural intelligence by exploring language, literature, and linguistics from interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary perspectives. Most importantly you will be prepared for various career avenues.
Read our Land Acknowledgment, which recognizes the unique and enduring relationship of Indigenous people and their traditional territory.
Study the French languages, literature and linguistics while exploring francophone culture in Canada and throughout the world.
Immersion Opportunities
You will be get to enhance your skills and university experience by participating in an exchange program with a French or Swiss university or a five week immersion program in Quebec.
Commitment to Excellence
A comprehensive approach to French, including techniques of communication through innovative methods of teaching. Small classes, taught in French, to interact with peers and experienced instructors with a wide range of specializations and backgrounds.
Resources on Campus
Take advantage of The Multimedia Language Centre (MLC) of York University — a resource centre dedicated to supporting students who are enrolled in language, literature and linguistics programs.
Student Association
This French Studies club (Association des étudiants francophiles et francophones) hosts extracurricular activities throughout the school year to connect with peers who share similar interests and career goals.
Upcoming Events
Welcome to the Department of French Studies in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies! Thanks to its interdisciplinary approach to the study of French language DFS offers courses in French language, linguistics and literature. We are proud of the fact that our courses are taught in French by committed professors with vast academic expertise. At DFS we value experiential education. Whether you choose to study for a few weeks in Quebec, spend one semester at a partner university in France, intern with a local or global francophone organization or get involved in the Francophone student association, your journey with us will be meaningful and rewarding, and will lead to many exciting careers en français! Thank you for choosing to study with us!
— Marilyn Lambert-Drache
Chair & Associate Professor, French Studies
