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French is a major international language, spoken not only in Europe, but also in Africa and North America. Studying French will not only improve your fluency in the language, but will let you learn more about the rich culture of France, the literature and language, the history and politics and the culture of France.
Graduates of degrees in French can go on to a wide range of careers in areas such as business services, translation, teaching, politics, marketing and tourism.
Your degree will be delivered in a mixture of modes, including lectures, tutorials, seminars and group projects. Depending on your course, you may also have the option to take part in a work placement. Modules you study could include:
The Netherlands is a great choice for international students, as it has a very large international population that would be ready to make any new international students feel at home. The Netherlands was also one of the first non-native English speaking countries to offer courses taught in English to international students. The Dutch people have a long standing reputation of being tolerant and open minded, meaning you will feel welcomed and comfortable as soon as you arrive in the country.
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