French Studies | Current Students
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:
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.
QUICK LINKS
ARE YOU A FUTURE STUDENT?
Program Details
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.
Discover all available experiential learning courses and find the right fit for your academic journey by visiting our Experiential Learning page.
Prepare for Life Beyond School
Book a COA Career Advising Appointment with Nicola Edwards (see Career Advising above)
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)
