Romance Philology and Cultures (French Studies), BA

The University of Debrecen’s Romance Philology and Cultures (French Studies) BA is designed for students seeking to master the French language while gaining a deep understanding of Francophone cultures, literature, and linguistics. The program focuses on practical application, dedicated to hands-on skill development, including language usage, phonetics, and textual analysis. Students explore a broad range of subjects, while preparing for international careers in diplomacy, tourism, media, and global business.

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Program Overview

Next intake:		The program starts in September of each year.
Language requirements:		All courses are taught in French; therefore, a B2 level French proficiency is required.
Academic entry:		Admission requires a high school certificate and an entrance examination in French (oral, via electronic communication)
Duration of the program:		This is a 3-year program consisting of 6 academic semesters.
Credits:		Students earn 180 ECTS in total.
Costs:		The tuition fee for this program is 6,000 USD/Year

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What to expect during the program?

During the University of Debrecen’s French Studies, BA, the aim of the program is to provide our students with a range of practical skills and theoretical tools in the area of French language, cultures and literatures so that they can utilise and adapt their acquired knowledge in relevant fields in their future job.

What will you learn in the Romance Philology and Cultures (French Studies), BA program at the University of Debrecen?

We offer a curriculum that bridges the gap between your current expertise and the technical competence required to excel in the global market.

Main subjects typically include (this list is indicative and may change):

Year	Main subjects
1	ENG: Introduction to Philology, French Civilization, French Descriptive Grammar, Developing Skills in French Usage, French Phonetics, Introduction to Linguistics, Introduction to Literature, The Arts in France: Visual Arts and Music FR: Introduction à la méthodologie des sciences humaines, Civilisation française, Grammaire française, Développement des compétences langagières, Phonétique française, Introduction à la linguistique, Introduction à la littérature française, Les arts en France : Arts plastiques et musique
2	ENG: French Descriptive Grammar, XVIIth and XVIIIth-Century French Literature, Grammar-Text-Usage, Developing Skills in French Usage, XIXth-century French Literature, French Theatre, Linguistics Analysis of Texts FR: Grammaire française, La littérature française au XVIIe et XVIIIe siècles, Grammaire-texte, usage de langue, Développement des compétences langagières, La littérature française au XIXe siècle, Théâtre français, Analyse linguistique de textes
3	ENG: Main Trends in French Linguistics, Variets of French, XXth-century French Literature, French Cinema, Applied Linguistics, The French Literature of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, Developing Skills in French Usage FR: Principales tendances dans la linguistique française, Variétés du français, La littérature française au XXe siècle, Cinéma français, Linguistique appliquée, Littérature du Moyen Age et de la Renaissance, Développement des compétences langagières

Detailed information about the program’s Curriculum and further information are available on the Faculty of Humanities’s website.

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Is there an internship incorporated into the program?

No, there is no built-in internship during the BA program. Students have to take Optional courses for 10 credits (any course offered by UD) as well as 2 semesters of physical education.

What are the career prospects after graduating?

Graduates are able to work in business and governmental organizations, media, publishing, tourism, diplomacy, etc. Graduated students holding a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and American studies are eligible for admission to the English studies MA and American studies MA programs.

How can I enroll in the program?

Earning a degree at the University of Debrecen in Hungary provides an EU-accredited qualification recognized across the globe. The admission process is conducted entirely online, featuring written and oral entrance exams designed to evaluate subject-specific knowledge and personal motivation. We also offer a variety of academic merit-based scholarships for our students.

What are the language requirements Romance Philology and Cultures (French Studies), BA?

Applicants must have an French proficiency of at least B2 level as the program is fully taught in French. For your information, this is equivalent to:

a TOEFL test with a minimum score of 513 (Paper-Based).
an IELTS test with a minimum score of 5.5.

Please note, that you are not strictly required to have a language exam certificate, your language skills will be assessed during the entrance interview.

Is there an entrance exam for French Studies, BA?

Yes, to gain admission to the BA program, applicants must complete a two-stage evaluation.

First, candidates take an online written exam covering grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and essay writing. Upon passing the written portion, applicants proceed to an online oral interview during which a committee of two examiners from IEAS will engage the candidate in a free conversation on everyday topics.

Further information about this specific entrance exam for this course can be found through the following website: Learn more about our entrance exam

Until when can I apply for the program?

Please note that the BA in Romance Philology and Cultures (French Studies) operates on a single-cycle academic calendar. This program only starts in September of each year. The application deadline is 15th June.

Ensure your documents are submitted through the

Official Online Platform before the deadline.

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How much does it cost to study Romance Philology and Cultures (French Studies), BA at the University of Debrecen?

The tuition fee is 6,000 USD / year for this program.

This is supplemented by the application fee of $150 USD (one-time) and the entrance procedure fee of $350 USD that covers the examination and interview. Please note that the application and entrance procedure fees are non-refundable and must be paid via bank transfer to initiate the review process.

What scholarships are available at the University of Debrecen?

We offer a variety of academic scholarships and merit-based tuition fee discounts. Depending on your home country's regulations you might apply for federal loan while studying abroad as well. For detailed eligibility criteria and application deadlines, visit our dedicated website: View University of Debrecen International Scholarship Eligibility!