Program Overview
The French at Portland State University is a MA programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the French programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 401 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Portland, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the French programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Principles of Scholarly Research
- Thesis
- Poetry, Drama, Prose
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- A Bachelor of Arts degree or its equivalent in the major language, with a minimum GPA of 3.00 in all coursework.
- Oral and written proficiency: Advanced High on the ACTFL scale in French, German and Spanish; Advanced Low in Japanese.
- One transcript for each post-secondary institution attended
- Two letters of recommendation from individuals with whom you have studied or who know your work
- Written statement detailing your background and indicating goal and reasons for selecting this field as a future profession
- A writing sample from your most recent coursework in the language(s) for which you are applying
- All supporting documents (described above) can be uploaded through your online application
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 401 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 401 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Portland State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Portland State University
Portland State University
Portland, United States
Portland State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2018-09-24
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