Degree Programs
The French Program at the University of South Carolina provides the opportunity to participate in the intellectual and social life of a vibrant department while obtaining an advanced degree. You can work with renowned scholars to experience firsthand how new ideas are created through the research process. Students may pursue the MA in French or MAT in French and the PhD in Comparative Literature with a focus on French literature or the PhD in Linguistics with a focus on French linguistics. The faculty in French possess expertise in applied linguistics, Atlantic & Caribbean studies, children’s literature, cultural history, digital humanities, film studies, historical linguistics, linguistics, literary theory, sociolinguistics, theatre, translation studies, travel literature and women’s & gender studies.
Graduate assistantships are available for students admitted to graduate degree programs on the basis of merit and availability. All graduate assistants undergo training in order to prepare them to teach beginning French courses, tutor and lead extracurricular activities. Fellowships are available through the Graduate School. Graduate students may apply for financial support to attend academic conferences.
Professionalization Activities
French House, French Club, French Day, Conversation Hour, Tutoring Center, French Literature Series & Conference, Les Comédiens Carolingiens, Cinécola (film festival), Study Abroad
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Contact Information
Graduate Advisor: Daniela Di Cecco, dpdicecc@mailbox.sce.du
Program Director: Jeanne Garane, garanej@mailbox.sc.edu
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