History of the French Language Course
This course explores the evolution of French from Latin origins through key sound changes to modern forms. Learners engage in practical exercises with Old French texts, etymological tools, and corpora to develop strong skills in phonology, philology, and semantic analysis. Perfect for those seeking reliable insights into language history and word origins in humanities work.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Discover the journey of French from Latin and Vulgar Latin sounds to the transformations shaping Old, Middle, and Modern French. Gain hands-on experience in reconstructing word histories, analysing semantic changes, identifying false cognates and borrowings, and working with Old French sources and etymological resources for precise research skills.
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Develop skills
- Trace French sound changes from Latin roots step by step.
- Analyse Old French texts by transcribing, dating, and interpreting them.
- Reconstruct word histories and identify false cognates accurately.
- Track and document shifts in word meanings clearly.
- Use historical corpora like Frantext and BnF for evidence.
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