Overview

The M.A. in French and Francophone Studies at California State University Long Beach provides students with a comprehensive understanding of French and Francophone literature, its historical evolution, and its most significant authors. This advanced degree integrates deep cultural knowledge with the rigorous methodologies required for high-level scholarly research in the field. Students are encouraged to engage with the global impact of the French language across five continents.

Why French and Francophone Studies at California State University Long Beach?

The curriculum is designed to be flexible, catering to those who wish to pursue doctoral studies as well as those seeking professional advancement in various international sectors. With a focus on real-world proficiency and socio-cultural competency, the programme ensures that graduates are prepared for the complexities of a globalised job market.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 17922 per year
Local fee: USD 8064 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

French and Francophone Literature
Literature History
Scholarly Research Methods
Language Pedagogy
French and Francophone Culture
Translation
Phonetics
Cinema

Careers with French and Francophone Studies

Graduates of the French and Francophone Studies programme at California State University Long Beach have successfully transitioned into diverse professional roles.

The ability to operate in both English and French serves as a significant asset for multi-national companies in sectors such as fashion, pharmaceuticals, aeronautics, and international relations.

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Long Beach, United States

Disciplines

French studies View 77 other Masters in French studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor of arts degree in French, or:

A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 24 upper-division units in French, comparable to those required of a major in French at this University. Deficiencies will be determined by the advisor after consultation with the student and study of transcript records.

A 3.0 GPA is required.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17922 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

8064 USD / year

≈ 8064 USD / year

Living costs

Long Beach

United States

1400 - 2000 USD / month

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

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