History of the French Language Course
This course traces the French language from its Latin origins to contemporary use, developing practical skills in phonology, Old French texts, and etymology. Perfect for humanities experts seeking accurate insights into word evolution, semantic changes, and solid philological evidence. It equips you with tools for rigorous linguistic research and analysis.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Explore the evolution of French from Latin and Vulgar Latin sounds to key changes forming Old, Middle, and Modern French. Gain skills in reconstructing word origins, analysing semantic shifts, identifying false cognates and loans. Engage in practical philology using Old French texts, digital corpora, and etymological resources to sharpen research-level analytical abilities.
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Develop skills
- Historical phonology: trace French sound changes from Latin step by step.
- Philological analysis: transcribe, date, and interpret Old French texts quickly.
- Etymology methods: reconstruct word histories and identify false cognates accurately.
- Semantic change: track meaning shifts and document them in clear reports.
- Corpus research: analyse Frantext, ARTFL, and BnF databases for historical data.
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