Modern Languages (French) and Philosophy, BA (Hons), with study abroad

Combining French with Philosophy allows you to explore fundamental philosophical concepts and questions while studying a leading language of European philosophy. Apart from being one of the largest native languages in the world, French is, famously, the language of Descartes, Rousseau, Sartre and Derrida. This programme will provide you with an overarching learning environment solidly rooted philosophy and philosophical debates as well as in key disciplinary contexts such as politics, socio-historical studies, ethnography and cultural studies which are all central to the understanding of other societies and culture. The flexible curriculum enables you to balance your choice of modules according to your own interests. For example, in philosophy you may study the philosophy of language, aesthetics and continental philosophy, and you will be in a unique position to engage with the works of famous French philosophers such as Sartre and Foucault. The Centre for Language Study at Southampton has everything you need.You'll be immersed in international experiences, and get to know foreign cultures first hand by spending a year abroad, either as a student at a partner university or in a work placement. Our digital humanities facilities will allow you to study and research through cutting-edge technology, such as virtual reality, 3D scanners and printers, and a 360 degree fully immersive audio-visual centre.