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French Studies Graduate Certificate
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Why Choose French Studies?
A French major at Wright State could provide significant dividends for you. Consider:
- French is the fastest growing language in the world, slated to be the world’s most spoken language by 2050.
- French is the official language of 29 countries and is spoken by 300 million people.
- The Wright State French program teaches authentic communication skills using high frequency vocabulary and cultural competence.
- The Wright State French program has collaborated to create interactive textbooks that cost students less than $30 per semester.
Careers
Many employers seek out the communication and cultural skills acquired through the in-depth study of a language. In addition to becoming teachers and translators, French graduates from Wright State have gone on to work in study abroad and travel offices, tech companies, the Peace Corps, business, non-governmental organizations, law, and medicine.
You may find that combining a French degree with a degree in engineering, medicine, computer science, business, etc. opens up even more possibilities on the job market.
Some other possible career options if you pursue a modern language degree include:
- Broadcast journalist
- Business (finance, marketing, advertising, sales)
- Concierge
- Detective
- Diplomat
- Event management
- International aid/development worker
- Interpreter
- Logistics and distribution
- Public relations
- Subtitles and voice-overs
- Tour manager
View the French program profile for sample occupations, average salary, and employment projections
Real-World Experience
French students at Wright State enjoy a plethora of study abroad options, from short-term professor-led experiences to semester programs for foreign students to matriculating in a French university through an exchange program. You can experience French or francophone culture firsthand, gain linguistic and cultural confidence, and become more attractive to future employers for your willingness to take risks and your sense of curiosity.
Founded in 2003, the summer Ambassador Program to France is one of the university’s longest-running programs. Program leaders keep fees low by planning the trip without travel agencies.
You may also gain valuable service experience by serving as an officer of the French Club. You will plan, advertise, and direct club events and activities with the help of an advisor.
Advanced students may be hired as supplemental instructors for elementary and intermediate French courses, in addition to earning credit by working as a language assistant in lower level classes. Wright State has many opportunities for earning credits while living or traveling abroad.
Consult the modern languages website's study abroad page, the University Center for International Education (UCIE) Study Abroad website or French faculty members for study abroad opportunities.
Careers
Knowledge of a foreign language can prove quite valuable when seeking employment in a global economy. Your awareness of foreign cultures and language and communication skills could be an asset to any business—especially one that trades internationally. Some possible career options for those with a modern language degree include:
- Broadcast journalist
- Business (finance, marketing, advertising, sales)
- Concierge
- Detective
- Diplomat
- Event management
- International aid/development worker
- Interpreter
- Logistics and distribution
- Public relations
- Subtitles and voice-overs
- Teacher
- Tour manager
- Translator
View the French program profile for sample occupations, average salary, and employment projections
Academics and Curriculum
View French Studies Graduate Certificate program information and requirements in the Academic Catalog.
Graduate Certificate in French Studies requirements check sheet (PDF)
