Central Campus
French is a major world language, spoken in many parts of Europe, Africa and the Americas. On this programme, you will study the French language in the context of the diverse countries, cultures and societies in which it is spoken.
Intensive language training, including a year abroad, gives you the opportunity to develop advanced speaking, writing, reading and translating skills in French.
We will introduce you to the extraordinary richness and variety of the Francophone world through the study of: literature and cinema; political history and social movements; and philosophical ideas.
Our courses cover material from the Middle Ages to the 21st century and include specialist options in key disciplines such as decolonial, gender, and film studies, all taught by leading experts.
Studying philosophy will:
allow you to think about some of the great philosophical questions in a clear, disciplined and systematic manner
introduce you to the thinking of some of the great philosophers of the past and present
illuminate the connections between diverse areas of human experience
make you more aware of the assumptions that form the basis of your beliefs
2026 entry requirements
Standard entry:
4 Highers at AABB (first sitting) or 4 Highers at AAAB (two sittings) including a language other than English plus National 5 French at B (if not held at Higher) and English at C.
Widening access entry:
4 Highers at ABBB (two sittings) including a language other than English plus National 5 French at B (if not held at Higher) and English at C. Highers at BBB must be achieved in one sitting.
September
Degree
MA Hons
Full time
RV15
4 years
College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Literatures, Languages and Cultures
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