Doctor of Philosophy in French Language and Literature

Boston University Charles River Campus, Boston, United States

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# 101-150QS Subject Rankings

Modern LanguagesMain Subject Area

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Program overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Study Level

PHD

The doctoral program in French Language & Literature provides each student with a thorough knowledge of French and Francophone literature, its history, and major works. The program offers professional preparation through the acquisition of extensive...
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Program overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Study Level

PHD

Admission Requirements

IELTS

Applicants hold a four-year Bachelorâ€™s degree from an accredited US institution or its international equivalent. If you have earned a three-year degree that is the equivalent of a four-year degree in the US, it will be accepted in the admissions process. Other English Language Requirements: TOEFL Paper Based score of at least 600.

Starting Month(s)

Jan-2000

Tuition Fee and Scholarships

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

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Tuition Fee (Out of State)

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

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Other Expenses

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QS subject rankings

2013
#101-150
2015
#51-100
2016
#101-150
2017
#101-150
2018
#51-100
2019
#101-150
2020
#101-150
2021
#101-150
2022
#101-150
2023
#101-150
2024
#101-150

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Academic Reputation

69.6

Employer Reputation

74.3

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