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University of Johannesburg
PhD in French
- Johannesburg, South Africa
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
On a more advanced level (Doctoral studies) students are encouraged to collaborate with us in our fields of expertise, i.e. the Contemporary French Novel, Autobiography; Contemporary French Theatre, and Francophone Literature in order to develop their capacities for research and critical thought. The French Department’s Doctoral Degree is designed for dedicated researchers and mainly consists of a dissertation.
Vanderbilt University
PhD in French
- Nashville, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in French program is designed to provide graduate students with advanced training in French literature, language, and culture. Students in this program will have the opportunity to engage with...
University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
PhD in French and Francophone Studies
- Los Angeles, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in French and Francophone Studies offers a comprehensive exploration of French language, literature, and culture from both historical and contemporary perspectives. It emphasizes rigor...
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University of Kansas
Doctor of Philosophy in French and Francophone Studies
- Lawrence, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The program for the Doctor of Philosophy in French and Francophone Studies offers a flexible and comprehensive path for students interested in deepening their understanding of French language, literat...
McMaster University Faculty of Humanities
PhD program in Francophonie and Diversity
- Hamilton, Canada
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
French
It is an interdisciplinary program of four years, organized around literatures and cultures of the French-speaking world, including France. We invite candidates with a traditional master's degree in French studies, as well as candidates whose course has been less typical, provided that their file meets the requirements of the School of Graduate Studies (SGS).
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Pursuing a Doctoral Degree in French opens up rich possibilities for advanced scholarship and critical analysis of the language, literature, and culture of the Francophone world. This degree program allows you to explore in-depth topics, contributing to the ongoing dialogue within the field.
You'll engage with complex texts, enhancing your ability to analyze and interpret diverse literary works. Courses may include advanced syntax and semantics, historical linguistics, and exploration of contemporary French-speaking cultures. As you conduct original research, you’ll refine skills in critical thinking and argumentation, essential for producing a dissertation that adds value to academic scholarship. The rigorous academic environment fosters independence and encourages the development of new theoretical frameworks and methodologies.
Doctoral students gain experience in teaching and mentoring undergraduates, preparing them for roles in academia or research organizations. This path also opens doors to careers in translation, cultural policy, and international relations, where advanced language skills and cultural insight are vital. Through these experiences, students strengthen adaptability as they engage with new perspectives in their field.