American Studies with French

Description

UCAS Code: T7R1

Our American Studies course provides a holistic approach to the study of the culture and society of America, drawing on the traditional disciplines of history, literature, geography and politics.

Looking beyond the stereotypes to explore the complexities and contradictions of the United States, our American studies degrees deal with the issues which are important today - issues of gender, race and ethnic relations, economic and political conditions, as well as exploring the impact of popular culture on the development of American society.

American studies is grounded in the traditional disciplines of history, literature, politics and philosophy and offers you the chance for true interdisciplinary study. This means you will learn how to make connections between different subjects, for example, you can study the history of America through its literature, or use film to understand changes in American society.

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 2060 Year (EEA)
• EUR 10420 Year (Non-EEA)

Tuition fees are approximate and dependent upon currency exchange rates.

• English

Course Content

Level 1

A total of 6 modules including:

- The Globalising World (core module)

- and at least one Level 1 module from English, History or Politics

Level 2

A total of 6 modules including:

- America: Land of the Free? - This module will introduce students to some of the key areas of American history, literature and culture by examining the influence of the concept of "freedom".

- Classic Hollywood: An Excessively Obvious Cinema - this module will introduce students to a distinct period of cinematic history (1930-60s) which dominated Hollywood production. .

- and at least one Level 2 module from English, History or Politics

Level 3

A total of 4 modules, two of which may be chosen from:

- American Literature

- Early American History

- Governing the USA

- Race and Region: The American South

- The Politics of Transatlantic Relations

- plus two modules in the other joint Honours subject

Level 4

A total of 4 modules, two of which may be chosen from:

- American Studies dissertation

- American Modernist Poetry

- Crime and Detection in American Fiction

- Holland on the Hudson: the Dutch in the Atlantic World

- Surveillance in a Post 9/11 World

- The American Civil Rights Movement

- The Early American Frontier

- US Foreign Policy since 1945

- plus two modules in the other joint Honours subject

Requirements

- Minimum Requirements:

SQA Higher: ABBB

GCE A-Level: BCC

ILC Higher: ABBB

IB Diploma: 30 points with 5, 5, 5 at HL

- Advanced Entry (to level 2):

SQA Advanced Higher: BB+BB (H) in different subjects

GCE A-Level: ABB

IB Diploma: 34 points with 6, 6, 5 at HL

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Dundee.

The University of Dundee offers an undergraduate degree program in American Studies with French, designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of American history, culture, and society, alongside proficiency in the French language and Francophone studies. This interdisciplinary program emphasizes critical analysis and encourages students to explore the complex identities, social movements, political developments, and cultural expressions within America, from its colonial origins to modern times, complemented by an in-depth study of French language, literature, and cultural contexts. The program aims to develop students' linguistic skills through immersive language instruction, enabling effective communication and cultural competence in French-speaking environments. Through a combination of lectures, seminars, language practice, and cultural excursions, students engage with key themes such as transatlantic relations, migration, identity, and comparative cultural perspectives. The curriculum is structured to enhance research skills and foster independent inquiry, with opportunities for short-term study exchanges, internships, or research projects related to American and French studies. Graduates of this program are well-prepared for careers in diplomacy, international business, education, cultural institutions, journalism, and further academic research. The university’s faculty comprises experts in American history, literature, politics, and French language and culture, providing students with a rich learning environment that bridges two vibrant cultural and linguistic worlds. The program may also include modules on contemporary issues like globalization, race and ethnicity, gender studies, and media analysis, encouraging students to develop a nuanced understanding of the interconnectedness of American and French societies. The program's overall goal is to produce graduates who are culturally aware, linguistically skilled, and academically well-rounded, capable of contributing thoughtfully to global dialogues and intercultural understanding.