Research Dissertation

lfle2893  2026-2027  Louvain-la-Neuve

Research Dissertation
15.00 credits
Q1 and Q2
Teacher(s)
Bibauw Serge (coordinator);
Language
French
Main themes
The research thesis provides students with an opportunity to conduct personal but systematic research on an issue related to teaching and learning French as a foreign language. Regardless of the topic chosen, the thesis involves:
  • formulating a relevant and feasible research question in the field of French language teaching, applied linguistics, or foreign language acquisition;
  • producing a critical review of the scientific literature on this question;
  • implementing an appropriate research methodology (qualitative, quantitative or mixed, action research, collaborative research, etc.);
  • analyzing and interpreting empirical data related to the teaching and learning of French;
  • formulating conclusions and implications for teaching practice or future research.
Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

1 correctly identify the subject of the research, pose a problem, and formulate research questions or hypotheses;
 
2 draw on relevant scientific literature in language teaching, applied linguistics, or foreign language acquisition;
 
3 design and implement a methodological approach appropriate to the research question;
 
4 collect, process, and interpret data in a rigorous and nuanced manner;
 
5 present research results clearly, both in writing and orally;
 
6 propose avenues for analysis and action for issues in teaching and learning French as a foreign language based on the results obtained and the scientific literature.
 
Faculty or entity


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
Advanced Master in French as Foreign Language