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French Cohort Program
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Why Choose the French Cohort Program?
A personalized, engaging, and supportive academic experience
- Bilingual program: At least 65% of courses in French.
- Diverse Subjects: Political science, history, and Francophone cultures鈥攁ll integrated with French language study and with electives of your choice.
- Exchange Program: Spend your 3rd year in Europe or Quebec.
- Cohort Model: Small classes (~25 students) taken together, fostering close peer and faculty connections.
- Supportive Environment: French language help, dedicated advisor, and a private study/lounge space.
- Financial Support: Access exclusive French-language bursaries and awards.
- Student Life: Enjoy French-language events, festivals, and trips.
- Career Prep: Gain experience through bilingual jobs and community projects.
"Learning in French helps students understand their disciplines and the world in unique ways."
- R茅mi L茅ger, professor, Department of Political Science
Career Opportunities
The French Cohort Program empowers students with strong bilingual and critical thinking skills through a multidisciplinary approach, opening doors to exciting careers鈥攆rom influential roles in Canadian public service to dynamic opportunities across French-speaking regions worldwide.
84% of Canadian employers prefer to hire bilingual candidates, while only about 10% of young professionals actually are 鈥� imagine the advantage you will have!
- Political or consultation advisor
- Communications or public relations advisor
- Journalist
- Immigration officer
- Policy or program analyst*
- Project manager
- Public administrator
- Lawyer*
- Teacher*
*Some careers may require further study for certification, and in some cases, for job advancement.
Program Highlights
Bursaries and Awards
It pays to study in French!
Choosing a bilingual program at 大象传媒 gives you access鈥攕ometimes exclusively鈥攖o a variety of awards and bursaries that can help cover a significant portion of your university fees.
Student Experiences
You'll benefit from exclusive activities like:
- Year 1: Parlement jeunesse francophone - BC听 Parliament, Victoria
- Year 2:听Grand Voyage,听Festival du Voyageur - Winnipeg, Manitoba
- Year 3: University student exchange - France, Belgium, Switzerland or Quebec
Where are they now?
FCP alumni have gone on to pursue diverse and impactful careers across a wide range of fields, including politics, law, international relations, cultural affairs, public relations, journalism, project management, education and more ...
Their success speaks to the program鈥檚 influence and the wide-ranging opportunities it provides.