Why Study in French at Laurentian?
Wide Selection of French Programming
At Laurentian University, we are proud to offer one of the widest selections of French programs in Ontario. Choose from over 500 courses, 106 academic pathways including majors, minors, and certificates, and 34 unique programs in French. Whether you're passionate about arts, science, or business, there’s a path for you at Laurentian.
We Meet You at Your Level
Whether you’re unsure about your level of French or someone who hasn’t used their French in a while, Laurentian University offers you the flexibility to take courses and programs at your level.
For beginners or people who aren’t very confident in their French, Laurentian offers the French as a Second Language program.
If you’re fairly confident in your French abilities but still more comfortable working in English, you can combine an English program with French elective courses or take a French program and an English program together as a double major.
You can also take the plunge and immerse yourself in French by taking all of your courses in French. The choice is yours!
Enhanced Employability
Laurentian graduates achieve an impressive 98% employment rate! Plus, with your education in French, you'll have access to even more job opportunities right after graduation in Canada and beyond.
Certificate of Bilingualism
Set yourself apart in the job market with an official Certificate of Bilingualism. Not only will this certificate allow you to showcase your French and English skills to employers, but you’ll be able to achieve it seamlessly as you complete your degree.
All you have to do is take a number of courses in English or French (whichever language is not your program language), and you’ll receive the certificate when you graduate. No application required!
Scholarships and Funding Opportunities
Speaking French pays off. Laurentian University offers many scholarships and bursaries for Francophone students, including the:
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Bourse d’Excellence Francophone
This scholarship offers $1,250 per year, renewable for three years, to high school graduates entering a French undergraduate program. -
Bursaries for Healthcare Students
Studying nursing, speech-language pathology, or social work? Additional funding is available from the Consortium national de formation en santé for students pursuing healthcare programs in French. -
Exclusive Scholarships and Bursaries for Francophones
Laurentian University also offers a large variety of scholarships and bursaries for Francophone students, ensuring that financial barriers won’t stand in the way of your success.
Bilingual Learning Environment that Celebrates Francophonie
As a Francophone student at Laurentian, you’ll join a vibrant, bilingual and francophone community. Not only do 23% of our students study in French, but our campus services are offered in both French and English, making you feel welcomed and supported. Plus, with Francophone activities from the Association Étudiants Francophones and the Bureau des Affaires Francophones, you’ll stay connected to your language and culture.
Thinking about your life off-campus? 38.7% Greater Sudbury community is fluent in both official languages, meaning you’ll have a francophone community off-campus too.
An Education That Prepares You for Opportunities Beyond the Classroom
Studying in French at Laurentian University is not only about getting a degree - it’s about preparing you for the world after graduation. With your knowledge of French, you’ll be able to serve francophone communities in Canada and internationally and gain diverse experiences which will enrich your understanding of the world.
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Don’t wait! Apply now to secure your spot in one of our French programs.