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French Studies | Current Students

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Welcome to French Studies!

This page is designed for all our French Studies students to access essential information, resources, and support in one place. Here, you'll find links to important program details, opportunities to get involved in the university community, and pathways to explore career options connected to your studies at the University of Guelph.

You Belong Here

You are part of a welcoming and supportive community who only want to see you succeed. Alongside faculty and staff within the French Studies major, this Bachelor of Arts (BA) program is housed in the following units:

College of Arts (COA)
School of Languages and Literatures (SOLAL)

ARE YOU IN FIRST YEAR?

If you're new to Guelph, get started with helpful resources and tips on our START U of G page. Explore the links below to enrich your experience in the French Studies program and make your time at the University of Guelph truly memorable!

Don't forget to apply to the $3,000 first year French Studies scholarship below.

French as a Second Language Scholarship

QUICK LINKS

  • GPA calculator
  • Writing Centre
  • Awards and Scholarships
  • COA Dean's Office

ARE YOU A FUTURE STUDENT?

Why French Studies?
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Program Details

Degree Requirements
Declare a Minor
Course Outlines
SOLAL Program Contacts

Minor Options

Linguistics Minor (LING)
Italian Minor (ITAL)
Spanish Minor (SPAH)
Media and Cinema Studies Minor (MCST)

Advising Support

We are here to help you!

The College of Arts (COA) offers different types of supports through different offices: Academic, program-specific, and career-related questions are each handled by separate units.

This section will help you find out who to contact when!

Talk to BA Academic Advising Office if you have questions about:

  • Your degree requirements
  • Course selection or changing your major/minor
  • Academic standing
  • Deferred exams, or dropping courses
  • Navigating university policies and deadlines
  • General questions about your academic progress

Start here for most academic concerns—they’ll help guide you or refer you if needed.

A faculty advisor is a professor or faculty member in your major/program.You’re encouraged to talk to them if you have questions about:

  • Research opportunities
  • Discipline specific questions
  • Planning for graduate school or further academic paths

Each major/program has a designated faculty advisor who understands your subject area deeply. Talk to you Faculty Advisor today!

Nicola Edwards is a holistic Career Advisor who’s been supporting U of G students since 2013, helping you grow through personalized career guidance. If you're wondering about:

  • What careers you can pursue with your Arts degree
  • Identifying and articulating your skills and strengths
  • Job search support
  • Interview preparation

Your advisor, Nicola, is ready to meet with you! She is your go-to for career planning and connections to experiential learning.

To book an appointment, login to your Experience Guelph account and in the left hand menu, click on "Career" and then "Appointments".

Check the ‘Prepare for life beyond school’ section below for more information on careers resources available at the University of Guelph.

Experiential Learning

Explore our experiential learning courses, where theory meets practice through hands-on projects, community collaboration, and research opportunities, all designed to deepen skills and open career pathways.

Field Courses

Field courses combine academic learning with hands-on investigation in field locations, enhancing skills and preparing students for professional work.

Study Abroad and Field Courses
Summer France Field School
French Summer Language Program

Discover all available experiential learning courses and find the right fit for your academic journey by visiting our Experiential Learning page.

STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES

GERMANY: Ontario/Baden-Wurttemberg (OBW) Exchange Program
VENICE: Ca’ Foscari University
VENICE: University of Udine
SPAIN: Alcala Bilateral Exchange
SPAIN: Malaga Bilateral Exchange
SPAIN: Summer Language Exchange Program

Prepare for Life Beyond School

Book a COA Career Advising Appointment with Nicola Edwards (see Career Advising above)

  • Career Quick Tips
  • Professional and Career Development Record (PCDR)

For information on the following, connect with a peer helper through Experience Guelph:

  • Building a resume, cover letter, or LinkedIn profile
  • Finding internships, volunteer roles, or job search strategies
  • Preparing for interviews

To book an appointment, login to your Experience Guelph account and in the left hand menu, click on "Career" and then "Appointments".

Learn more about your COA Career Advisor Nicola Edwards (see Career Advising above)

Get Involved!

Le Club Français/The French Club
Italian Club (Amici Di Guelph)
Future Speech-Language Pathologist Association
College of Arts Students Union

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