Department of Francophone Studies and Languages

Why study Francophone Studies and Languages?
Language connects you to the world.
Not just to people, but to ideas, cultures, histories, and futures. In a time when communication is instant, what truly matters is understanding — how words carry culture, how meaning shifts, and how communication shapes relationships.
Build skills that open doors.
Studying languages strengthens your critical thinking, sharpens your communication, and builds confidence across cultures. You don’t just learn to speak or write — you learn to interpret perspectives, question assumptions, and engage thoughtfully in complex conversations.
Explore the Francophone world.
Dive into literature, film, media, history, and contemporary social issues from diverse Francophone communities. Encounter voices and ideas that challenge and expand your worldview while developing practical skills employers value — from education and public service to law, business, international work, and the arts.
Choose the path that fits your goals.
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Minor (3 or 4 years)
Develop strong communication skills in French and gain knowledge of French and Francophone cultures. -
Major (3 or 4 years)
Immerse yourself in advanced study while choosing courses that match your interests and ambitions. -
Certificates in French Language Proficiency (Levels 1 & 2, 2 years each)
Gain essential and advanced language skills. Open doors to travel and bilingual career opportunities in government, education, business, healthcare, and beyond.
Study language. Expand your world.
Prepare not just for a career — but for meaningful participation in a multilingual, interconnected society.
Special Features
We support your success beyond the classroom through a dedicated bursary program, immersive French exchange opportunities, peer tutoring, inspiring guest speakers, and vibrant intercultural events held throughout the year.
Some of Our Available Courses
- Intro to Spanish I & II
- Intro to Michif I & II
- Intro to French I & II
- Exploring Francophone Worlds (list of Liberal Arts Requirements)
- Issues in Teaching French in a Minority Setting
- Literature and Rurality in Francophone Societies
- Conversational French
- Québec Cinema
- Paris in French Cinema
- Literature, Childhood, and Youth
- Literature of Francophone Canada
- French for the Workplace
- Gender, Race, and Identity in Francophone Societies
- Politics of Language, Bilingualism, and Cross-Cultural Exchange
Possible Careers
Some of the career paths open to you with a French background in higher education at Brandon University:
Health: Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Counselor
Education: Early-Childhood Educator, Teacher, Researcher
Customer Service sector: Fintech, Financial services, automotive and pharmaceutical companies, entry and middle-management roles in marketing and sales, human resources, talent acquisition and information technology
Business: Administrator, Manager, Mediator
Arts and Music: Curator, Editor, Event Organizer, Public Relations Officer
Public Service: Lawyer, Social Justice Advocate, Social Work, Community Development Consultant (municipal, provincial, federal)