French and Economics, BA (Hons)

Studying French at Strathclyde will give you the chance to become a fluent linguist and, with our year abroad programme, an opportunity to experience living, working and/or studying in another country. Economics aims to understand the activities of the different agents in the economy – consumers, producers and the government – and how they all fit together. Our degree will give you the ability to explain complex data in simple terms to different audiences. You’ll also develop excellent mathematical, statistical and problem-solving skills.Why French and Economics at Strathclyde?Ranked in the UK Top 10 for Economics (Complete University Guide 2022).Focus on professional language skills and contemporary culture.Use key economics concepts and models to better understand real-world problems.Study abroad with our partners in Paris, Dijon and Angers.Honours students spend a year abroad after Year 3, usually working as an English-speaking teaching assistant, gaining experience on a work placement, or studying at a foreign institution. Stevenson Exchange Scholarship – a competitive award with funding towards a project undertaken while abroad.French can also be studied within the LLB Honours Law with a Modern Language.Combine French with selected business subjects.Your CareerGraduates are currently working in a variety of environments around the world.Recent graduate roles include:Business ExecutiveProfessional LinguistResearcherIT ExpertJournalistLawyerEntrepreneur