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Overview
Although the French major emphasis of teaching and research is French and Francophone literature, the department also offers courses in literary theory, cultural studies, and film. The department offers a balanced emphasis on all periods from medieval through twentieth and twenty-first centuries.
Learning outcomes
Our students represent a diverse group, and we encourage equally applicants from traditional and nontraditional backgrounds. Excellent facilities, strong library holdings, and a faculty dedicated to both teaching and research assure students of a challenging and professional graduate preparation.
Work toward the M.A. degree at University of Kansas consists of a traditional curriculum providing important foundational knowledge. The M.A. in French is awarded upon the completion of 30 credit hours of course work (which includes either a thesis or two seminars) and oral and written examinations covering all areas of French literature. Students must demonstrate a reading knowledge of a second foreign language.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Structure of Modern French
- Methods in French Language Instruction
- Studies in Medieval French Literature
- Graduate Studies in French
- Seminar on the French Short Story
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Languages View 806 other Masters in Languages in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
Prerequisites
- In addition to the general admission requirements from the KU Office of Graduate Studies, applicants should have the equivalent of a major in French at the B.A. level, with a minimum of 9 hours of advanced undergraduate course work in French literature. In exceptional cases, applicants who do not have a B.A. in French, but meet the 9 hour literature requirement and have an otherwise stellar application may still be considered for admission.
Required Supplemental Documents
- Statement of Purpose
- A sample essay or research paper in French
- The names and contact information of three references
- Transcripts
- GRE scores
Tuition Fee
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International
23951 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23951 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
23951 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23951 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
9989 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9989 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Lawrence
900 - 1400 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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