Overview

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Situated in Aix-en-Provence near the Mediterranean coast, ACM's program unites mainland French with the Francophone countries of North Africa, ensuring that students are exposed to the rich diversity of the French language and culture.

The French Studies master program at The American College of the Mediterranean prepares students for a variety of public and private careers in the international sector and provides them with a foundation to continue their education at the doctoral level. Upon completion, graduates of the program will have the capability and tools to teach French in colleges and universities or they may pursue careers in business or government agencies.

Candidates for the MA in French Studies can choose to specialize in one of the following tracks:

French and International Studies (FIS): French language for use in international contexts in both the public and private sectors
The Francophone World (FW): Study concentrated on the French language as it is used in other French-speaking countries (North Africa, Central Africa, the Caribbean)
Contemporary French Literature (CFL): Traditional curriculum with a focus on more avant-garde literature
Teaching French as a Foreign Language (TFFL): Practicum and analysis

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Semester 1

Linguistics

French Society and Political Structures
Second Language Acquisition and Usage

International Relations

North Africa and Colonial History

Francophone Literature

January Term

Candidates choose from the following options:

French and International Relations (FIR): American Diplomacy

The Francophone World (FW): Europe and the Islamic World

Contemporary French Literature (CFL): Great Cities

Teaching French as A Foreign Language (TFFL): Great Cities, Europe and the Islamic World, or American Diplomacy

Semester 2

Linguistics

Discursive and Creative Writing in French

Second Language Acquisition and Usage

European History
Literature and Popular Culture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-16 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aix-en-Provence, France

Disciplines

French studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Schedule TOEFL®

Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application Form
Official Transcript
Personal Statement
Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) or Resume
One Letter of Recommendation*
Proof of English Language Proficiency (if applicable)
$60 Non-refundable Application Fee

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

39383 USD / year

≈ 39383 USD / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

39383 USD / year

≈ 39383 USD / year

Living costs

Aix-en-Provence

France

750 - 1050 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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