The French program at WOU aims at expanding your knowledge about France and the francophone world (language, culture, customs, literature), as well as enabling you to communicate confidently in French.
The program emphasizes real communication and active participation, while giving you a strong linguistic basis from which to expand your proficiency in French.

Studying French at WOU for one semester to 2 years is a great way to complete the language requirement for your degree. You will study with motivated teachers in small classes.
Studying French at WOU opens up your knowledge and understanding of different cultures in Europe, Africa, the Carribean, the Indian and Pacific Ocean and America, an important skill in a globalized world.
Studying French at WOU opens up your opportunities for graduate studies and careers in business, government, social services and tourism among others.
Studying French at WOU allows you to go on an exchange program to France. You can choose from 3 different destinations: Angers, Poitiers and Lyon. While in France, you will continue to earn transferrable credits. Students typically report that their year abroad was the highlight of their college experience.
Studying French at WOU can easily become addictive and lead you into completing a Minor in French at WOU. Minoring in French allows you to expand your knowledge of French and Francophone civilization and literature, while achieving a high level of proficiency in the language. A minor in a foreign language is highly regarded in the global marketplace, and complements many professions.

Check the WOU French blog:
Le loup de l'ouest

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