Studying Global French
Why study Global French at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ?
French is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, used across Europe, Africa, North America, and the Caribbean. The Global French minor at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ allows you to build practical language skills while exploring the cultures, histories, and perspectives of diverse French-speaking communities.
Through this minor, you will gain insight into global issues such as migration, identity, politics and the environment across the Francophone world. Study abroad opportunities and culturally engaged coursework help you develop the intercultural competence valued in today’s global careers.
French around the world
French is an official or widely used language in many regions, including:
- Algeria; Gabon
- Belgium; Guadeloupe
- Benin; Guinea
- Burkina Faso; Haiti
- Burundi; Ivory Coast
- Canada; Louisiane
- Cameroon; Luxembourg
- Central African Republic; Madagascar
- Chad; Mali
- Comoros; Martinique
- Congo; Mauritius
- Djibouti; Mayotte
- France; Monaco
- French Guyana; Morocco
- French Polynesia; New Caledonia
