Certificate in Languages in French

University of Canterbury

If you are interested in languages and are studying an alternative degree programme at UC, you can do a course or two in your language of choice per year. The Certificate in Languages (CertLang) is also available to study part-time. Study Involve: Four courses at 100 and/or 200-level that can be completed in a minimum of 6 months full-time to 5 years part-time. Courses in the Certificate of Languages are introductory and no prior knowledge is required. Combine this Certificate with your other studies to gain knowledge in a language which can open up your future job prospects. Credits from this Certificate can be transferred to a Diploma in Languages or the Bachelor of Arts. French is one of the truly international languages and is useful in travel, culture, trade, science, and sport. With 29 countries speaking French as an official language, studying at UC will be a great addition to your studies and will ensure you have the skills to work internationally. Study Involve: Become an expert in the French language, as well as the history and culture of French-speaking countries: France, Belgium, Monaco, Canada, Congo, Madagascar, and more across the globe. International and virtual exchange programmes with multiple universities, including IEP Aix and the Institute of Political Studies in Paris. French can be taken with a range of bachelor’s degrees, as well as in a certificate or diploma in French with your other studies.

Faculty of Arts