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Program Overview

Passionate about France and its language and culture? The American College of the Mediterranean offers the perfect MA degree abroad!

The one-year Master of Arts in French Studies (MAFS) is based in Aix-en-Provence, near the Mediterranean coast. It unites mainland French with the Francophone countries of North Africa, ensuring that students are exposed to the rich diversity of the French language and culture.

Candidates for the MA in French Studies can choose to specialize in one of the following tracks:
- French and International Studies (FIS)
- The Francophone World (FW)
- Contemporary French Literature (CFL)
- Teaching French as a Foreign Language (TFFL)

The MA in French Studies prepares students for various public and private careers in the international sector. It provides them with a foundation to continue their education at the doctoral level. Upon completion, graduates will have the capability and tools to teach French in colleges and universities, or they may pursue careers in business or government agencies.

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Program Highlights

Earn an American MA degree in France!
Carry out coursework in related disciplines such as Art, International Relations, Political Science, History, or Sociology—depending on your track.
Have the opportunity to study how the French language is used in other Francophone countries, such as North Africa, Central Africa, and the Caribbean, through the Francophone World track.
Take on an internship related to your chosen track and apply what you’ve learned in a real work environment.
Learn from ACM faculty comprising experts in French studies, linguistics, translation, literature, language acquisition, political science, art history, and other related fields.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Some Accommodation
Some Program Activity Costs
Medical / Accident Insurance
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Internship Placement

Program Details

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Locations

  • Aix-en-Provence, France

Fields & Subjects

  • African Studies
  • Creative Writing
  • European Studies
  • French
  • History
  • International Policy & Diplomacy
  • International Relations
  • Languages & Linguistics
  • Literature

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • French
  • Education
  • Bachelor’s degree

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Independent living
  • Other

Application Procedures

  • Letters of Reference
  • Transcript
  • Resume
  • Online Application
  • Essay

Age Requirement

21+

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