Course Overview

The French program at the University of Notre Dame is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the French language, literature, and culture. Housed within the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures, the program emphasizes linguistic proficiency, critical thinking, and cultural immersion. Students engage with a curriculum that includes advanced language training, literary analysis, and historical context, preparing them for global engagement with Francophone communities.

Unique Features

The program offers opportunities for study abroad in France and other Francophone regions through partnerships with prestigious institutions. Students benefit from small class sizes, personalized advising, and access to interdisciplinary courses that connect French studies with history, philosophy, and film studies.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the French program are equipped for careers in education, international relations, translation, and cultural organizations. The skills developed—such as cross-cultural communication and analytical thinking—are highly valued in diverse professional fields.

Key Faculty and Staff

While specific faculty names are subject to change, the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures includes experts in French literature, linguistics, and cultural studies, many of whom are published scholars and active researchers in their fields.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

Students have access to the university’s extensive library resources, including specialized collections in French literature and history. Additionally, Notre Dame’s global network facilitates immersive language programs and internships in French-speaking countries.