History and French (R65-FR)

Open University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Distance learning 3-6 Years HistoryLanguages

About this course

Combining History with French offers a unique insight into the history and cultures of European and North American countries from the later Middle Ages to the present day. By the time you graduate, you’ll be fluent and confident in communicating with French speakers. You’ll also gain a deep understanding of the history and culture of French-speaking communities. Learning a modern language gives you an edge in today’s global workplace, and your degree title, BA (Honours) History and French, will reflect your specialisation.

Key features of the course

  • Allows you to explore a wide range of historical topics, periods and places.

  • Gives you an understanding of what it means to be a historian, understanding history as a systematic and reflective discipline.

  • Helps you become proficient in French, reaching level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

  • Develops advanced knowledge of cultures that use French, and intercultural communication competence.
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
    2471 Librarians
    2115 Social and humanities scientists

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    3-6 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    History, Languages