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French Studies with International Relations

BA (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · 09/2025 · UndergraduateParis Campus
Awarded by:
University of London

Course summary

Studying in the French capital, explore the language and culture of France and the francophone world, and become a fluent speaker with our three-year programme largely taught and assessed in French. Specialise in political and diplomatic issues in the francophone world, Europe and internationally.

The University of London Institute in Paris offers a unique Major/Minor programme of study delivered over three years of residency in Paris. Not only does it offer everyday exposure to French life and language, enabling you to acquire a high level of proficiency in the French language, but it will also give you the opportunity to gain a specialist focus on the political and diplomatic issues in the francophone world, Europe and internationally.

Compulsory courses aim to:

  • Consolidate spoken and written language skills in a variety of registers including that of the diplomatic world, such as translation to and from French

  • Develop awareness of the post-1789 historical period and institutions and issues in modern France

  • Introduce diverse forms of cultural production through contemporary critical and theoretical approaches

  • Prepare you for professional life by offering a balanced understanding of, and an ability to, compare French and British cultures in both the general and political frameworks provide a coherent and intellectually stimulating programme which will include theories of and issues in international relations and the politics of France and key strategic areas of the French-speaking world.

  • With graduates in diverse careers from law to international relations, government and diplomacy, the BA French Studies with International Relations can be tailored to your goals. Gain transferable skills and build your knowledge of international relations theories and issues relating to the French-speaking world, including Africa and the Middle East.

How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
R1L2
Institution code:
P26
Campus name:
Paris Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

A level - ABB

Including B in French

Scottish Higher - AABBB

Including B in French

Scottish Advanced Higher - ABB

Including B in French

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points

Subjects: at least 6 points in French at Higher Level

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - A - B

In combination with A or B in two A Levels, including French.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H1, H2, H2, H3, H3

Including at least H2 in French

Please e-mail contact@ulip.lon.ac.uk if your qualification is not listed above.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 3 other French studies courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

90% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
EU£13300Year 1
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 1
Channel Islands£9535Year 1
International£13300Year 1

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