Certificate of Proficiency in French
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Saint Mary's University offers Certificate of Proficiency in French, a certificate in Linguistics & Language Studies programme in Halifax, Canada.
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Degree: Certificate
Field: Linguistics & Language Studies
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Certificate of Proficiency in French recognizes 18 credit hours of study in the French language at Saint Mary's University, offered at Basic Proficiency and Advanced Proficiency levels. Students with no prior background in French normally begin with FREN 1111, while those who have already studied the language complete an online French placement test to determine their starting course, unless they have already completed specific foundational courses that exempt them from testing. At the start of each language class, students complete and sign a Language Profile Form. Coursework progresses through a sequence that includes FREN 1111, FREN 1112, FREN 2201, and FREN 2202, building reading, writing, and oral proficiency. The certificate provides formal recognition of French-language coursework completed alongside a student's primary degree program, rather than functioning as a stand-alone credential.
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About Saint Mary's University
“One University. One World. Yours”
Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1802
Students: 5,500
Programs: 88
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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