Program Details

French School: Red Deer College Faculty: University Transfer Degree: Bachelor ; Honours ; University Transfer Field of Study: French Language and Literature, General Description: The study of a second language complements any career as it broadens a student's intercultural understanding, improves communication skills, facilitates international business and expands international work opportunities. Fluency in French and/or Spanish can give an applicant for any position a clear advantage over unilingual candidates. In Canada, proficiency in French is desirable in civil service positions and the study of French and/or Spanish can also lead to a career in foreign service. Specializing in French and/or Spanish can lead to a career in teaching or translation/interpretation, as well as open doors to graduate study, international business, international law and many other fields. Learning a second language helps one better understand one's native language, and helps to develop a student's analytical and critical reading skills. In the global economy where free trade within the Americas, Europe and Asia is constantly expanding, a foreign language is increasingly becoming an essential tool. Website: French at Red Deer College Length: 2 Year(s) Admission Requirements Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*: 60 to 100 Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: ELA 30-1 and 4 courses from Groups A, B, or C (Social Studies 30 and a 30-level Language Other than English highly recommended), with no more than one course from Group B. Some universities require Pure Math 30 for admission or as a prerequisite for required courses. Transfer students are responsible for learning the specific admission, progression, and prerequisite requirements of their programs. May also qualify as a Mature Student or have successful completion of one year of a diploma program and Chairperson approval. Deadlines: Application Deadline Start Date September 4, 2013 * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information. * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.