French Studies Major

Courses are to be selected in consultation with the major adviser. Study abroad with SMU-in-France, a faculty-led summer program, is strongly recommended.

Requirements for the Major


Three courses from the following: (9 Credit Hours)


Elective Courses (9 Credit Hours)


One or more courses from the following:

No more than two courses from the following:


(Other courses, through a process of student petition, will be considered provided a substantial portion of the course is devoted to aspects of the cultures of the francophone world.)

Two additional WL courses from the above list, OR two courses from the following approved list:

Total for the Major Only: 28 Credit Hours