Search for courses

French Studies (by research), MA  
Default course image for School of Arts and Humanities

Nottingham Trent University is a leading centre for French studies in the UK. The latest Research Assessment Exercise (2008) judged 75% of research by the team of international quality. This degree allows graduates to pursue research in the field of contemporary France. The degree comprises independent research and a course designed to develop knowledge of key research skills and practices.

Key information

Entry requirements

  • A good honours (minimum 2.2) degree in a relevant subject
  • IELTS 6.5 (minimum of 5.5 in reading, listening, speaking and writing skills), TOEFL (iBT) 87 with at least Reading: 22, Listening: 21, Speaking: 23, Writing: 21 (applicants whose first language is not English)
  • Applicants from candidates with non-standard entry qualifications will be considered on an individual basis

Course length

One year full-time; two years part-time

Study location

Clifton campus

Fees and funding

Please see our fees information page.

Start date

October

£1,000 School of Arts and Humanities postgraduate bursaries available for 2012 entry

What will I study?

Recognised internationally for its distinctive focus on the contemporary world, French at Nottingham Trent University offers a vibrant and dynamic research environment specialising in the understanding of social and cultural change in contemporary France.

Award degrees are available in the following subject areas:

  • French Cinema
  • Contemporary Visual Cultures
  • Women, Society and Politics
  • Protest Movements in France
  • Lesbian and Gay Studies
  • Modern and Contemporary Literary Studies
  • Religion and Secularism.

Special features

French has a proud record of excellence in research. Colleagues are leading authorities in their respective research specialisms, and many act as editors, editorial board members and reviewers for a number of national and international journals. French houses an established Centre for the Study of Contemporary French Studies (ReFrance), where many research-led activities take place.

You will join a thriving postgraduate community of researchers in French Studies and a unique student support structure with a dedicated team of tutors and supervisors.

Any questions?

General course enquiries
Email us

Admissions enquiries
Telephone: +44(0)115 848 4200

 

Please note the following information for applicants

Share this page:

Nottingham Trent University
Burton Street
Nottingham
NG1 4BU

Telephone: +44 (0)115 941 8418
Contact us

Can't find what you are looking for?

NTU logo