Undergraduate Certificate in Conversational and Professional French
The conversational and professional French certificate provides students with concrete conversational experience with native speakers. It hones their speaking, reading, writing and listening skills to work within French-speaking environments. These skills are essential in Michigan, given its proximity to Canada, where French is an official language used in the domains of commerce, education, administration and other industries.
Learning outcomes
Upon completing the certificate, you'll be able to:
- Function effectively in French-speaking work and educational environments.
- Interact with native French speakers with ease.
- Read and understand French literature and media.
How to apply
Undergraduate certificate programs are open to Wayne State students who have completed at least 60 credits and have a GPA of 2.5 or above. The program is also available to students who have previously earned a bachelor's at Wayne State or another institution.
Current student
If you're a current Wayne State student, contact your academic advisor to express interest in joining the program.
Not a current student
If you're a Wayne State alum or have a bachelor's from another accredited institution, apply to Wayne State as a post-bachelor student and select "Undergraduate Certificate in Conversational and Professional French" as your planned course of study on the second page of the application.
Apply as a post-bachelor applicant
Next steps
Once accepted to Wayne State, a language advisor will contact you with the next steps.
Career insights
A certificate in conversational and professional French can enhance and support a variety of career paths. Here are just a few of the many opportunities available in this field.
| Career | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Customer service representatives | $41,000 |
| Interpreters and translators | $51,000 |
| News analysts, reporters and journalists | $45,000 |
This data provides a broad overview of how major selection can lead to careers and is provided without any implied promise of employment. Some careers will require further education, skills or competencies. Actual salaries may vary significantly between similar employers and could change by graduation, as could employment opportunities and job titles.