该课程（30个学分）面向对语言，语言学，文学或文化感兴趣并且正在考虑攻读该领域博士学位的个人。该候选人将在其学习过程中表现出法语的口语和书面能力。候选人必须完成24学分的文学，语言，语言学和文化课程，其中至少500学分的12学分。学习课程可能包括其他系中与学生感兴趣的领域有关的课程。还需要六个小时的论文学分。论文完成后，文学硕士候选人将为研究生院委员会的论文进行口试答辩，其中还将包括有关学生课程工作的问题。
This program (30 credits) is intended for individuals with an interest in language, linguistics, literature, or culture and who are considering pursuing a doctoral degree in the field. The candidate will be expected to demonstrate both oral and written proficiency in French in the course of his or her studies. Candidates must complete 24 credits of course work in literature, language, linguistics and culture, with a minimum of 12 credits at the 500-level. The program of study may include courses in other departments when these relate to the student's field of interest. Six hours of thesis credits are also required. Upon completion of the thesis, the Master of Arts candidate will defend the thesis for a committee of the graduate faculty at an oral examination which will also include questions on the student's course work. French MA Program Learning Outcomes Demonstrate advanced proficiency in oral communication in the French language. Demonstrate advanced proficiency in written communication in the French language. Critically analyze texts and other media sources in the French language to illustrate deep familiarity with historical and/or contemporary cultural concepts. Conduct responsible and ethical research by complying with professional best-practices in research design, argumentation, and citation while working with diverse cultural perspectives and concepts.