The Dual Degree Master of Arts in French Studies and Advanced Certificate in Digital Humanities integrates the study of French studies with the tools of computer science. The courses in the Advanced Certificate give students proficiency in Python, a popular programming language widely used in data visualization and analysis, in database tools essential for organizing and publishing large collections of digital materials, and in website design and development. All digital humanities courses are project-based. There are no computer science prerequisites.This degree requires the successful completion of six courses at the IFS, a comprehensive examination in French Studies, and 5 courses in digital Humanities. All aspects of the M.A. program in French Studies apply to this dual program, except that the latter is a four-semester program and students divide their time between the IFS and Digital Humanities. Although other study plans may be designed in consultation with an IFS faculty advisor, a typical course load in this program breaks down as follows: 1 course in Digital Humanities and 2 in French Studies during the first fall semester, 2 courses in Digital Humanities and 1 in French Studies during the spring semester of year 1, 2 French Studies courses in Paris during the summer session, 2 Digital Humanities courses and 1 French Studies course during the fall of year 2.