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BA FRENCH AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • UCAS code
    LR08
  • Typical offer
    BBB
  • Year of entry
    2022/23
    See 2021/22 entry
  • Course duration
     4 years
  • Year of entry
    2022/23
    See 2021/22 entry
  • Course duration
     4 years
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Develop your French and gain a thorough understanding of different cultures’ development needs on our BA French and International Development course.

You'll study in a lively, multilingual community with staff and students from all over the world. Learn in a student-centred environment, with small group teaching and a range of project and workshop opportunities.

French

Your modules in French will enable you to:

  • develop your linguistic proficiency in French to near-native level
  • gain an in-depth understanding of French and francophone cultures
  • immerse yourself in the language and culture of a French-speaking country during your year abroad

You’ll have plenty of scope to practise speaking, writing, reading and understanding French, and you’ll learn about the political, social, historical and cultural contexts of French-speaking countries.

Your learning will be supported by a range of materials in French, including cultural and historical texts.

International Development

Your international development modules will provide:

  • an understanding of the complex global dynamics affecting the planet’s resources, climate, food systems, and human population
  • the ability to critically evaluate key ideas in international development policy and practice
  • the opportunity to explore core development theories and research methods.

Your learning will be enhanced by case studies from around the world, providing you with insight into our planet’s fascinating societies, cultures and histories.

You will be taught by leading academics from across the University. In addition to social scientists in the School of Agriculture, Policy and Development, you’ll study with experts from Geography, Economics, Politics and Henley Business School.

Placements and Study Abroad with BA French and International Development

Our BA French and International Development course includes a year abroad in a French-speaking country, either studying or doing a work placement. During this year, you’ll hone your language skills and immerse yourself in francophone culture. You will be supported by our Year Abroad team to make the most of this experience.

For more information, please visit the Department of Languages and Cultures website.

Overview

Develop your French and gain a thorough understanding of different cultures’ development needs on our BA French and International Development course.

You'll study in a lively, multilingual community with staff and students from all over the world. Learn in a student-centred environment, with small group teaching and a range of project and workshop opportunities.

French

Your modules in French will enable you to:

  • develop your linguistic proficiency in French to near-native level
  • gain an in-depth understanding of French and francophone cultures
  • immerse yourself in the language and culture of a French-speaking country during your year abroad

You’ll have plenty of scope to practise speaking, writing, reading and understanding French, and you’ll learn about the political, social, historical and cultural contexts of French-speaking countries.

Your learning will be supported by a range of materials in French, including cultural and historical texts.

International Development

Your international development modules will provide:

  • an understanding of the complex global dynamics affecting the planet’s resources, climate, food systems, and human population
  • the ability to critically evaluate key ideas in international development policy and practice
  • the opportunity to explore core development theories and research methods.

Your learning will be enhanced by case studies from around the world, providing you with insight into our planet’s fascinating societies, cultures and histories.

You will be taught by leading academics from across the University. In addition to social scientists in the School of Agriculture, Policy and Development, you’ll study with experts from Geography, Economics, Politics and Henley Business School.

Placements and Study Abroad with BA French and International Development

Our BA French and International Development course includes a year abroad in a French-speaking country, either studying or doing a work placement. During this year, you’ll hone your language skills and immerse yourself in francophone culture. You will be supported by our Year Abroad team to make the most of this experience.

For more information, please visit the Department of Languages and Cultures website.

Entry requirements A Level BBB | IB 30 points overall

Select Reading as your firm choice on UCAS and we'll guarantee you a place even if you don't quite meet your offer. For details, see our firm choice scheme.

Typical offer

BBB

International Baccalaureate

30 points overall

Extended Project Qualification

In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) provides to students for University study, we can now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer.

BTEC Extended Diploma

DDM

English language requirements

IELTS 7.0, with no component below 6.0

For information on other English language qualifications, please visit our international student pages.

Alternative entry requirements for International and EU students

For country specific entry requirements look at entry requirements by country.

International Foundation Programme

If you are an international or EU student and do not meet the requirements for direct entry to your chosen degree you can join the University of Reading’s International Foundation Programme. Successful completion of this 1 year programme guarantees you a place on your chosen undergraduate degree. English language requirements start as low as IELTS 4.5 depending on progression degree and start date.

  • Learn more about our International Foundation programme

Pre-sessional English language programme

If you need to improve your English language score you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.

  • Find out the English language requirements for our courses and our pre-sessional English programme

Structure

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3
  • Year 4

Core modules include:

  • French language (at beginner's, intermediate or advanced level)

Optional French modules include:

  • People, Power and Policy
  • Introduction to French Culture
  • The Making of Modern France
  • Thinking Translation: History and Theory

Sample International Development modules:

  • International development: global and local issues
  • People, power and policy in international development
  • Sustainability and prosperity in a globalising world

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Core modules include:

  • French language

Optional French modules include:

  • Global French Life-Stories
  • How to Think in French
  • Introduction à la literature de jeunesse

Sample International Development modules:

  • Approaches to international development
  • Research methods for international development

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Year abroad.

Our destinations include Paris, Geneva, la Réunion, Montpellier and Toulouse.

Core modules include:

  • Advanced French language

Optional French modules include:

  • "The French Caribbean: Language, Literature and Identity"
  • May ’68
  • Language and Power
  • Philanthropy à la française: the history of ideas and practices in the French third sector

Sample International Development modules:

  • Dissertation in international development

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Fees

New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £9,250* per year per year

New international students: £19,500 per year

*UK/Republic of Ireland fee changes

UK/Republic of Ireland undergraduate tuition fees are regulated by the UK government. These fees are subject to parliamentary approval and any decision on raising the tuition fees cap for new UK students would require the formal approval of both Houses of Parliament before it becomes law.

EU student fees

With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read the UK government’s guidance for EU students.

Additional costs

Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.

Financial support for your studies

You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.

Careers

Your degree in French and International Development will equip you with a valuable skillset, including a mix of natural and social sciences, quantitative and qualitative analysis skills, and knowledge of the challenges facing international development. These skills could lead to a career in translation, business, aid agencies, charities, government departments and research institutions.

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  • Classics and Classical Studies
  • Climate Science
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  • Consumer Behaviour and Marketing
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  • Consumer Behaviour
  • Creative Enterprise

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  • Economics
  • Education
  • Energy and Environmental Engineering
  • Engineering
  • English Language and Applied Linguistics
  • English Literature
  • Environmental Science
  • Film, Theatre and Television
  • Finance
  • Food and Nutritional Sciences
  • Geography and Environmental Science
  • Graphic Design

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  • History
  • Information Management and Digital Business
  • Information Technology
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