The Bachelor of Arts in French at Brandon University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the French language and Francophone cultures. This program emphasizes the study of literary texts and linguistic skills, fostering critical thinking and intercultural awareness. Students will engage with the language directly, enhancing their understanding of perspectives, customs, literature, and history. With French being one of Canada’s official languages and a significant global language, this program prepares students for various career opportunities in a bilingual job market.
Program structure
The Bachelor of Arts in French is structured to be completed in three years. The program offers a vibrant and dynamic learning environment, allowing students to explore a wide array of courses related to French and Francophone studies. Key features of the program include:
Major and minor degree options in French and Francophone Studies.
Courses available in additional languages such as Spanish, Latin, and Indigenous languages.
Opportunities for students to reconnect with their Francophone roots or prepare for travel and work in French-speaking regions.
Students are encouraged to immerse themselves in the language and culture, enhancing their educational experience and preparing them for future career paths.
Featured Experiences
Dynamic learning environment with a comprehensive array of courses.
Opportunities to study in a French language environment, both locally and internationally.
Engagement with literary texts and linguistic training to develop critical thinking skills.
Courses available in multiple languages, including Spanish, Latin, and Indigenous languages.
Career Options
Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in French can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:
Nurse: Provide healthcare services in French-speaking communities.
Teacher: Educate students in French language and culture.
Public Relations Officer: Manage communication strategies for organizations in bilingual settings.
Social Justice Advocate: Work towards community development and social equity in French-speaking regions.
Crisis Relief Advisor: Assist in crisis management and relief efforts in French-speaking areas.
These roles highlight the importance of bilingualism in various sectors, including health, education, customer service, business, and public service.
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For international students applying to Brandon University, the following Academic Requirements must be met:
Official transcripts/documents must be sent directly from the granting institution or examination authority.
All documents submitted become the property of Brandon University.
Students in their final year of high school must include a letter from the Principal or designate attesting that graduation from high school will occur before the start of University.
Transcripts not in English must be translated by a certified translator along with a note indicating that the translator received documents in a sealed envelope. The original official transcript and the translation must be sent to the Admissions Office.
Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
Secondary School Admission Requirement: Minimum five academic subjects in final year or senior exit exam with an overall average of C or higher on those subjects.
British Patterned Education (GCE): Minimum 2 Advanced (A) levels and 3 Ordinary (O) levels required with an average of C or higher on those subjects.
Two Advanced Subsidiary (AS) levels can be substituted for one Advanced (A) level course.
International Baccalaureate (IB): International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum overall score of 24 points, including at least three Higher Level courses.
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE): C5 or higher in a minimum of five subjects, including English and Mathematics.
For any clarification and support regarding the application process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.
Language Requirements
At Brandon University, demonstrating English language proficiency is essential for all applicants, regardless of citizenship status or country of origin. The university recognizes that English is the primary language of instruction, and thus, a suitable level of academic English is required for success in its programs.
There are 12 ways to meet Brandon University’s English language proficiency requirement:
Successful completion of a three‐year secondary school program at a school where English is the language of instruction;
Successful completion of three consecutive years of full‐time post‐secondary study at a recognized institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.0);
Any combination of three consecutive years of full‐time study in secondary and post‐secondary education at recognized institutions where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.0);
Graduation from a Manitoba high school with at least one Grade 12 English 40S credit with a minimum grade of 70%;
Graduation from a Canadian high school (outside Manitoba) with at least one Grade 12 English credit equivalent to Manitoba 40S with a minimum grade of 70%;
Completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level (HL) English course with a score of four (4) or greater;
Completion of Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature and Composition or Language and Composition with a score of four (4) or greater;
Completion of a recognized secondary school completion exam with minimum final grade in English subject as specified below:
Secondary School Completion Exam
Minimum Score Requirement
Bahamas General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE)
C minimum on English Language
Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE)
C minimum on English Literatures or Communication Studies
General Certificate of Education (GCE)
C minimum on A level English
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
B minimum on English
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE – results reported through WAEC)
C4 or higher on English Language
Additionally, the following options are available:
Completion of an accredited undergraduate degree from a recognized post‐secondary institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.00);
Completion of an accredited graduate degree (minimum two‐year program) from a recognized post‐secondary institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.00);
Successful completion of Brandon University’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Tier 4;
Completion of a recognized English Language Assessment Test with the appropriate minimum score:
Test
Undergraduate
Graduate
C1 Advanced (Cambridge English Advanced exam)
176 (minimum 170 each component)
Not Applicable
C2 Proficiency (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
176 (minimum 170 each component)
176 (minimum 170 each component)
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment)
60
60
CAEL CE (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment)
60
60
DET (Duolingo English Test)
120 overall; minimum 105 on all component scores
120 overall; minimum 105 on all component scores
EAP (English for Academic Purposes at Brandon University)
Successful completion of Tier 4
Successful completion of Tier 4
IELTS (International English Language Testing System - Academic; One Skill Retake results accepted)
6.5 overall; minimum 6.0 on each band
6.5 overall; minimum 6.0 on each band
PTEA (Pearson Test of English Academic)
58
58
TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
86 overall with a minimum score of 20 in each testing section.
86 overall with a minimum score of 20 in each testing section
TOEFL Revised Paper-delivered Test (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Results will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Results will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Examination results must be no more than two years old at the time of submission.
Mature and Home School applicants who cannot demonstrate proficiency through any of the 12 criteria will be assessed on an individual basis in consultation with the University Registrar and Dean of the faculty/school to which they are seeking admission.
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