French and Philosophy - MA (Hons)

The University of Edinburgh

French is a major world language, spoken in many parts of Europe, Africa and the Americas. Together with the art and culture of the French-speaking (Francophone) world, France's philosophical ideas have played a central part in shaping our modern civilisation. Studying French and Philosophy, which has been at the core of Western intellectual life for at least 2,500 years, helps us understand the contemporary world, as well as shedding light on the past.

Over the course of our four-year programme, you will have the opportunity to acquire near-native fluency in French. You will also gain a broad cultural education and international perspective, something valued by employers worldwide. We will introduce you to the extraordinary richness and variety of the Francophone world through the study of: * literature and cinema * political history and social movements * philosophical ideas Our courses cover material from the Middle Ages to the 21st century and include specialist options in key disciplines such as decolonial, gender and film studies, all taught by leading experts.

Studying philosophy will: * allow you to think about some of the great philosophical questions in a clear, disciplined and systematic manner * introduce you to the thinking of some of the great philosophers of the past and present * illuminate the connections between diverse areas of human experience * raise your awareness of the assumptions that form the basis of your beliefs

As a world-leading historic, festival and capital city, Edinburgh is the ideal place to study a modern language in its cultural context. We are unique in Scotland in offering students a full academic year abroad within the four-year honours programme, regardless of whether you spend the year studying or working. Philosophy has been taught at the University since its foundation in 1583. French has been taught here since 1894, making it one of the first European languages to be offered at the University. Today, graduating with a degree in French and Philosophy from Edinburgh gives you the combination of language and humanities skills, and the international perspective, valued by employers worldwide.

* Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things. * Go abroad for the first of your honours years - Year 3. * Build up to fluency in the French language, and specialise in different aspects of Francophone studies and philosophy as you move through your degree. * Learn in an historic capital city, drawing on our long tradition of teaching both French and philosophy. * Delve into fantastic libraries and collections at the University and in the city. * Join societies, attend events, and gain the skills and confidence for life after university.