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Browse Programs Admission InformationThis academic Master's program in French (Language Sciences) is designed to train language specialists who can integrate into both the teaching and research fields. It specifically prepares students for careers in teaching French as a Foreign Language (FFL), whether in the public sector (schools) or private sector (language schools, companies), with an approach tailored to all learning levels.
Simultaneously, this degree provides solid research training, enabling students to confidently pursue a PhD, the final stage of the L.M.D. system.
Beyond these primary career paths, the Master's opens diverse opportunities:
• Speech therapy (with additional training)
•Translation and interpreting
•Publishing industry
• Communication sector (journalism, cultural mediation, professional writing)
This multidisciplinary program combines advanced linguistic theory with practical applications while remaining grounded in contemporary issues in language sciences.
Master's in Language Sciences (Year 2) - Program Specifications
Building upon the foundational knowledge acquired in Year 1, the second year of the Master's program in Language Sciences focuses on advanced research training and specialization. Students select a specific track from the following areas:
· Theoretical Linguistics
· Discourse Analysis
· Sociolinguistics
· [Other specializations as applicable]
Program Focus
The curriculum is designed to:
1. Develop specialized expertise in a chosen linguistic subfield
2. Execute complete research projects, culminating in a Master's thesis requiring:
o Rigorous problem formulation
o Comprehensive literature review
o Systematic data collection and analysis
o Critical interpretation of findings
3. Enhance professional competencies through:
o Advanced research methodologies
o Scholarly writing techniques
o Critical analysis skills
Career Pathways
The program prepares graduates for:
· Academic progression: Seamless transition to PhD studies
· Professional applications:
o Applied research positions
o Language education specialization
o Language technology industries
o Other fields requiring advanced linguistic analysis
Program Advantages
· Dual focus on both theoretical depth and practical research application
· Flexible outcomes accommodating both academic and professional trajectories
· Industry-relevant skills transferable to multiple sectors
This final year represents a synthesis of theoretical knowledge and research practice, equipping students with either:
· The necessary foundation for doctoral studies, or
· Competitive professional qualifications for the language-related job market
Note: The program maintains rigorous academic standards while ensuring practical relevance for non-academic career paths.
The first year of the Master's program is structured around two semesters, with course content divided into four unit types:
· Core disciplines
· Transversal skills
· Exploratory courses
· Methodology
Core units focus on acquiring specialized theoretical knowledge. The courses are as follows:
First Semester:
· Contact Sociolinguistics
· Language Variation, Norms, and Representations
· Objectives and Methods in Linguistics
· Semiotics/Semiology
· Onomastics
Second Semester:
· Pragmatics
· Discourse Analysis
· Contrastive Linguistics
· Language Contact and Interculturality
· Philosophy of Language
Beyond introducing theoretical foundations, these courses train students to critically analyze disciplinary and cross-disciplinary knowledge by leveraging highly specialized—including cutting-edge—concepts, fostering creative and contextually grounded thinking.
The third semester of the SDL Master's program focuses on the following core courses: morphosyntactic analysis, lexico-semantic analysis, contrastive sociolinguistic analysis, and semio-pragmatic analysis. These courses center on applying the theoretical knowledge acquired during the first year to decipher linguistic mechanisms in real-world data (structures, variations, usage) and illuminate the social and cultural implications of language practices.
The semester also introduces two new disciplines:
· Sociodidactics (language teaching in multicultural contexts)
· Urban sociolinguistics (linguistic dynamics in urban environments)
thereby enriching the theoretical foundation established in M1.
Program advancement requires mastery of these key competencies:
• Advanced methodology (corpus construction/analysis, survey techniques)
• Scientific rigor (command of key theories/concepts, problem formulation, source utilization)
• Autonomous research project management.
Academic requirements:
· Students must successfully complete all semester credits (30)
· Assessment combines:
o Grades from all course units
o Continuous evaluation of semester-long work
Thesis requirements (non-compensatory):
· The final thesis and defense performance must each score ≥10/20 (30 credits)
· Thesis writing/defense constitutes an independent, non-compensatable requirement
Separate validation is mandatory for degree conferral.
Master's in Language Sciences (SDL) - Program Overview
The SDL Master's student embarks on a dual-path program combining rigorous academic training with research development. This integrated approach provides:
1. A strong theoretical foundation
2. Enhanced methodological skills
3. Technological training through ICT integration and multimedia tools
The curriculum strategically aligns theoretical knowledge with both local and global market demands through four key components:
1. ICT and AI in Language Sciences
Develops digital competencies by integrating:
· Advanced e-learning tools (MOOCs, multimedia platforms)
· AI applications in linguistics
· Text processing and corpus analysis software
· Online research tools and bibliographic management
· Survey data analysis techniques
2. Academic English
Enhances language proficiency with focus on:
· Discipline-specific communication skills
· Academic writing competencies
· Accessing cutting-edge research publications
3. Research Methodology & Writing Workshop
Builds essential research capabilities:
· Scientific writing techniques
· Fieldwork preparation
· Data collection protocols
· Research design and problem formulation
· Investigation tool development
4. Ethics and Professional Standards
Cultivates research integrity through:
· Plagiarism prevention
· Information verification
· Ethical research practices
· Academic integrity standards
The program emphasizes the development of critical digital literacy alongside traditional research skills, preparing graduates for both academic and professional applications of linguistic studies.
The ICT/AI (Information and Communication Technologies for Education) and Academic English courses in M2 aim to consolidate and specialize the skills acquired in M1, adopting a distinctly advanced approach.
· In ICT/AI, the focus lies on mastering complex digital tools (linguistic data analysis)
· In Academic English, the emphasis is on scholarly writing and critical analysis of linguistics publications.
These courses enable students to:
1. Integrate these transversal skills into their research (for their thesis and potential PhD work)
2. Meet professional requirements in:
o Teaching
o Research
o Language technology industries