General description

Those completing the program have in-depth knowledge in the field of French linguistics and/or literature, with the option of focusing exclusively on one of these areas. On the language and linguistics side they are familiar with the key aspects of French language history, its linguistic variations in the Gallo-Romanic context and/or the grammar and lexis of present-day French, also in contrast to German. On the literature side they are familiar with the material subject matter of French literary and genre history, and with methods of textual analysis and important literary theories. In their chosen field they have acquired initial skills in academic research and communication, and C2-level language skills. These skills pave the way, for example, for 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

30 ECTS Credits

Language of instruction

French