French and Philosophy, MA (Hons)

French is a major world language, spoken in many parts of Europe, Africa and the Americas. Together with its art and culture, France's philosophical ideas have played a central part in creating our modern civilisation. Studying French and Philosophy, which has been at the core of Western intellectual life for at least 2,500 years, helps us understand the contemporary world, as well as shedding light on the past. French You will have the opportunity to acquire near-native fluency in this widely-spoken modern language through intensive language study at Edinburgh and a year abroad.You will explore aspects of French culture, including Francophone literature and cinema, political history, social movements and philosophical ideas. Our courses cover material from the Middle Ages to the 21st Century and include specialist options taught by leading experts in their field. PhilosophyStudying philosophy allows you to think about some of the great philosophical questions in a clear, disciplined and systematic manner.Studying philosophy will:

• introduce you to the thinking of some of the great philosophers of the past and present

• illuminate the connections between diverse areas of human experience

• make you more aware of the assumptions that form the basis of your beliefs

Why Edinburgh We are unique in Scotland in offering students a full academic year abroad within the four-year honours programme, regardless of whether you spend the year studying or working. The four-year degree also gives you more choice and flexibility in what you study. In Years 1 and 2, you will choose option courses from a range of disciplines, then specialise as you move through your honours years.