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Major and Minor

The French and Francophone Studies Major and Minor at Davidson

At Davidson, French and Francophone Studies majors and minors acquire knowledge of the language, literature, and cultures of France and the French-speaking countries of Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, North America, the South Pacific and Southeast Asia. 

We aim for more than just knowledge. We aim to strengthen our students' critical and analytical thinking skills, as well as their ability to form written and oral arguments in the process, and to do so in French; and through this synthesis of knowledge and understanding, we strive to give our students the fluent world view and skills necessary to thrive in a global economy. 

Courses You Might Take

FRE 335 French Colonial Empire

This course focuses on literature written in the colonies under French colonial rule. With focus on a specific region (North Africa, Asia, Africa, or the West Indies) and/or time period, the students will examine texts produced by writers in the colonies and in France to understand the complexities of oppression and colonization.

FRE 101 Elementary French I

This course is an introductory French course developing basic proficiency in the four skills: oral comprehension, speaking, writing, and reading. It requires participation in AT sessions twice a week. The course is normally for students with no previous instruction in French.
FRE 259 Haiti Through Film

This course introduces students to major events and conflicts (Haitian Revolution, dictatorships in the 20th century, US interventions, and the 2010 earthquake) that have shaped Haitian history, politics, society, and culture, and analyzes them for the ways in which they contribute to the creation of Haitian cinematic traditions.

Fellowship Opportunities

Fellowships are competitive awards and programs that provide funding and other resources for meaningful immersive work, like research, teaching, or service. Like scholarships, fellowships can also support academic study. 

These featured fellowships support a variety of experiences in Francophone countries and beyond. Interested candidates should contact Davidson’s Fellowships & Scholarships Program to learn more about these fellowships and other programs.

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