You may earn a Certificate of French Language Proficiency concurrent with fulfilling the requirements for a bachelor’s degree. These certificates are also open to students who already hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and who are admissible according to Faculty and University policies. 

Requirements for admission:

York University students currently enrolled in a degree program must complete the Application to graduate with a certificate (PDF) and submit it to the department at least two months before graduation.

French Language Proficiency certificates are also open to students who already hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and who are admissible according to Faculty and University policies.

Non-York or non-registered students must first apply online for acceptance into the certificate program. Upon completion of the required courses, they must complete and submit the Application to graduate with a certificate (PDF).

These certificates are not open to students who are pursuing or who already hold a degree in French studies.