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Your program of study at Brandeis University provides both field-specific knowledge and a broad range of transferable skills, abilities and knowledge that are sought after by all employers in all fields and enhance your experience and success and the world of work. To identify the skills and abilities you have developed through your coursework, activities and work, take TypeFocus.

French and Francophone Studies

Overview
Alumni Career Paths
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
What to do with a degree in French and Francophone Studies
Sample of Occupations
French and Francophone Studies Web Sites
Graduate School Information

Overview 

The program in French and Francophone Studies, within the Department of Romance Studies, is designed to teach students to express themselves clearly and effectively in written and oral French, as well as to acquaint them with the historical depth and geographical breadth of literary and cultural expression in French. Our courses range from the first semesters of language study to advanced consideration of French and Francophone literature and culture across the centuries and throughout the world.  Students are encouraged to study abroad.

French and Francophone Studies Alumni

The Hiatt Center is pleased to provide a list of organizations, titles and fields of alumni who majored in your discipline. The list represents a wide array of professions, which is indicative of the wealth of transferable skills students cultivate as a French and Francophone Studies major at Brandeis.

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Your program of study at Brandeis University provides both field-specific knowledge and a broad range of transferable skills, abilities and knowledge that are sought after by all employers in all fields and enhance your experience and success and the world of work. To identify additional skills and abilities you have developed through coursework, activities and work, take TypeFocus. 

What to Do with a Degree in French and Francophone Studies (.pdf)

You may also wish to explore the career information related to degrees in international studies and the study of foreign languages.

Sample of Possible Occupations

French and Francophone Studies Web Sites

• American Translators Association
• Dave’s ESL Café
• Escape Artist
• Europages
• Foreign Policy Association Students Corner
• Idealist
• International Bureau of Chambers of Commerce 
• Peace Corps
• Riley Guide International Resources
• State Department
• Transitions Abroad
• United States Government
• University of Michigan Work Abroad
• World Affairs Councils of America
• World Economic Forum

Graduate School Information and Resources

• MBA, M.S., and Ph.D. information