What Is French? Understanding the Course and What Students Study in Art/Humanities

Understanding French as a University Course

French is a university programme centred on the study of the French language and the literature, culture and communication associated with it. In the Art/Humanities category, the course provides students with the opportunity to develop a strong understanding of the language while also examining the cultural and literary traditions connected with French-speaking communities.

The programme is particularly relevant to students who enjoy languages, communication, literature and cultural studies. It can also provide a foundation for students who intend to continue into areas where knowledge of French is useful.

What Students Learn in French

The exact course structure varies by institution, but the programme generally develops students' ability to understand and use French while introducing them to important areas of French language and culture. Students may work on language skills, written and spoken communication, literature and cultural subjects.

Because French is a language-based programme, students are expected to take the study of the language seriously. The JAMB brochure also makes French an important part of the admission requirements for the programme, both at O'Level and in the UTME subject combination.

Who May Enjoy the Programme?

French may appeal to students who are interested in languages, literature, communication and cultural studies. It may also suit candidates who enjoy learning languages and are comfortable developing their reading, writing, listening and speaking abilities.

French and Art/Humanities Admission

French is listed under the Arts section of the JAMB brochure. The brochure gives a general UTME combination of French and any other two subjects from Arts and Social Sciences, while the general O'Level requirement includes French and English Language plus one other Arts subject. Institution-specific conditions should still be checked because the brochure records variations for some universities.

The JAMB admission information therefore provides the basis for checking both the general course requirements and the special conditions attached to individual institutions.

Before Choosing French

Candidates should first confirm that their preferred university offers the exact French programme they want and then check the institution-specific admission conditions. This is especially important for Direct Entry applicants because the brochure contains different provisions for several institutions.

For further information about the admission conditions, candidates can also consult the document provided below.