General description

Those completing the program have in-depth knowledge in the field of French linguistics and literature, with the option of building a profile. On the language and linguistics side they understand the history of the French language and its linguistic variations in the Gallo-Romanic context, and the grammar and lexis of present-day French, also in contrast to German. On the literature side they are familiar with French literary and genre history in all its breadth, and with methods of textual analysis and important literary theories. In both fields they have acquired skills in academic research and communication, and C2-level language skills. The skills they acquire pave the way for working in a wide range of professional fields, for example a Teaching Diploma for Upper Secondary Education, for a career in arts and culture mediation, or for a doctorate.

Admission requirements

For general Informations on Application see: https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/studies/application; More Informations in regulations and admission requirements of the program of study.

Branch of studies

French language and literature

ECTS credits

90 ECTS Credits

Degree

Master of Arts UZH

Language of instruction

French