French and Francophone Intercultural Studies University of Regina

Overview

The French and Francophone Intercultural Studies M.A. at the University of Regina provides an advanced academic platform for exploring the linguistic, cultural, and political dimensions of Francophone communities. This programme is designed to foster a deep understanding of how French-speaking populations interact with other cultures in Canada and across the globe. Students engage with a multidisciplinary curriculum that bridges the gap between theoretical research and practical community engagement.

Why French and Francophone Intercultural Studies at the University of Regina?

La Cité universitaire francophone serves as the primary provincial hub for French-language university programming and research. The university offers a unique bilingual environment where French is the language of study, while the surrounding city provides an English-speaking context, creating a quasi-immersive experience. This setting allows students to develop professional fluency in both formal and informal environments.

The programme is supported by the Centre canadien de recherche sur les francophonies en milieu minoritaire (CRFM). This research centre focuses on the experiences of the Fransaskois community and other minority groups, providing students with access to multidisciplinary research internships and collaborative projects. Faculty members are active researchers specialising in diverse fields such as language policy, 20th-century literature, and the politics of intercultural relations.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 29675 per year
• National fee: CAD 25511 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Perspectives sur l’étude des communautés francophones
• Relations interculturelles au Canada
• Bilinguisme, multiculturalisme et interculturalisme
• Littérature franco-canadienne
• Sociolinguistics
• Applied Linguistics
• Political Studies

The course-based stream includes a six-credit internship with a community organisation, providing practical experience within the Francophone sector. The thesis-based stream allows for intensive, original research into specific cultural or linguistic topics.

Careers with French and Francophone Intercultural Studies

Graduates are equipped with advanced skills in French communication, data analysis, and intercultural relations. These competencies prepare students for diverse professional roles in both the public and private sectors.

The programme's focus on bilingualism and minority community dynamics makes graduates particularly valuable to organisations operating in multicultural or international contexts.