French Studies: Graduate Studies

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French Graduate Courses

MA in French at Saint Louis University: Bienvenue!

The Master of Arts in French, offered by the Department of Modern and Classical Languages, has been designed for those interested in pursuing advanced studies in a combination of areas dealing with French language, cultures and literatures. A diverse curriculum includes offerings in Francophone studies, film, women writers, stylistics and teaching methodologies, as well as courses in French literature from the Renaissance to the present. Such a curriculum makes it possible to acquire a solid, up-to-date background in French Studies, while broadening perspectives in specific areas of interest.

The program is suited to those planning or engaged in professional careers such as teaching or international affairs. At the same time, the degree program has a proven record in preparing those who elect to continue their studies beyond the MA level in French.

Qualified students may choose to add a minor in Spanish to their MA in French. This combination can be an attractive option for those preparing to teach or work in an environment where competency in two Romance languages would be an asset.

Language Resources

The Masters degree program is enhanced by the availability of a unique combination of multimedia resources. They include: a satellite down-link for the reception of French-speaking broadcasts; technologically equipped “smart” classrooms; web-based instructional resources; multiple computer facilities with internet access; video and DVD viewing and recording facilities; and an extensive film collection in French.

Library Resources

In addition to the substantial holdings housed in Pius Memorial Library, millions of titles from libraries across the state of Missouri are accessible through the MOBIUS consortium. Over 100 on-line data bases and other resources are also available, including the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC), which gives users access to more than 32 million titles in 62 countries. The Vatican Film Library, the only collection of its kind outside of Vatican City, is also housed in Pius Memorial Library.

Study Abroad

In order to achieve optimal levels of linguistic and cultural proficiency in French, students may wish to participate in an approved program abroad. MA students have profited from course work and cultural immersion in France, in Québec City (Université Laval), or at other universities. Upon approval of the graduate advisor in French and the Graduate School, up to 6 hours of graduate-level credit can be applied to the MA in French. Interested students should speak to their advisor prior to making plans. Graduate seminars are also offered in the summer at Saint Louis University.

Annual Student Symposium

The Annual French and Spanish Graduate Student Symposium, generally held in March, offers an important opportunity for students to present and discuss work they have done in a convivial gathering of fellow graduate students and faculty. In conjunction with the Spanish Department, the French Graduate Studies program has current information on Graduate students as well as various events sponsored by the Modern and Classical Language Graduate Programs. For more information, please visit the French and Spanish Graduate Studies News web site.

Fellowships and Scholarships

The Robert Clive Roach Endowed Graduate Fellowship is attributed to an outstanding graduate student. Teaching and Research Assistantships are also available. Assistants are encouraged to pursue the Certificate in University Teaching Program, offered by the Reinert Center for Teaching Excellence (phone: 314-977-3944) to graduate students in all disciplines.

1818 Program scholarships

The French program maintains close contact with over 25 area high schools offering advanced college credit through the university's 1818 program. As adjunct instructors at Saint Louis University, teachers participating in the 1818 program may be eligible for scholarship support. Interested persons should contact Gayle Rogan, Director of the 1818 program: roganeg@slu.edu

Funding for Research and Travel

Graduate students may apply to the Graduate Student Association of Saint Louis University for partial funding to support research or travel in connection with participating in a professional conference. For further information: http://www.slu.edu/organizations/gsa

For other financial aid options, see the financial aid web site: http://www.slu.edu/services/fin_aid

Degree Requirements

• 30 Graduate Credit Hours (Required Course: FR-A510. Other courses must include 9 credit hours of coursework in the period prior to the year 1900 and 9 credit hours of coursework after the year 1900. See the Graduate Catalog for further information.
• Final scholarly essay or written examination.
• Final oral examination.

Admission Requirements

• An undergraduate major in French or the equivalent
• 3 letters of recommendation
• Transcript
• Goals statement essay
• Curriculum vitae
• GRE or Millers Analogies Test (call the Academic Resources Center: 314-977-2930 for test dates.)

For More Information:

Dept. of Modern and Classical Languages
220 North Grand Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 977-2450
http://www.slu.edu/colleges/AS/languages
 
Dr. L. Cassandra Hamrick
Director, Graduate Studies in French
Ritter Hall 313
hamrick@slu.edu
(314) 977-2314

For Application Materials:

Application for a Fellowship, Traineeship, or an Internship [PDF]

The Graduate School
3634 Lindell Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314) 977-2240
grequest@slu.edu
http://www.slu.edu/graduate

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