Minor
About French (Minor Only) at CSUSB
The French minor at Cal State San Bernardino invites students to develop proficiency in the French language and deepen their understanding of Francophone cultures, literatures, and global perspectives.
Through structured coursework in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, students build practical communication skills while exploring the linguistic, historical, and cultural richness of French-speaking communities around the world.
This minor complements a wide range of majors—including international studies, business, communication, education, social sciences, and the arts—by enhancing intercultural competence, global awareness, and linguistic fluency.
Whether you plan to work in international contexts, pursue advanced language study, or simply broaden your cultural horizons, the French minor equips you with versatile skills that are valued in many professions.
Careers in French (Minor Only)
Proficiency in French opens doors to careers in international relations, global business, education, translation and interpretation, tourism, nonprofit leadership, and cultural programming.
The analytical and communication skills developed in this minor also translate into strong performance in a variety of professional settings.
Career pathways include:
- Foreign language classroom teaching (with appropriate credentialing)
- Translation and interpretation for government, healthcare, legal systems, and nonprofits
- International business and global marketing
- Diplomacy, international relations, and global policy
- Tourism, hospitality, and cultural exchange programs
- Publishing, editing, and communications roles needing multilingual skills
- Human services and community engagement with multilingual populations
- Nonprofit and international development roles
Additionally, the minor provides excellent preparation for graduate study in French, linguistics, international studies, education, and related fields.
Sample Courses
Enhancing Your French
Acquire important skills to succeed and achieve your goals with your French studies as an undergraduate and beyond.
Introduction to French Media
Develop your language and cultural proficiency through contemporary media such as music, movies, radio (podcasts) and online magazines.
Introduction to French Culture
Become familiar with French etiquette, culture and cuisine through an exploration of French values, family structures and daily life while you develop your proficiency in French.
Opportunities for Students
Students in the French minor benefit from engaging coursework and experiences that expand linguistic confidence and cultural insight:
- Progressive language coursework that develops communicative competence in French
- Study of Francophone cultures, literatures, and global perspectives through film, texts, and media
- Conversation practice and language labs to strengthen fluency and confidence
- Opportunities for study abroad in French-speaking countries to enhance immersion and cultural understanding
- Faculty mentorship from experienced language instructors passionate about global communication
- Cultural events, clubs, and activities celebrating French language and Francophone traditions
- Internship and community engagement opportunities with organizations serving multilingual populations
- Connections with local and international Francophone communities for real-world application of language skills
These experiences help students refine their language ability, build intercultural competence, and prepare for success in a globalized world.
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