BA Italian Studies

This program is designed for students who have a strong interest in Italian culture. The courses in the major give students a wide knowledge of Italian literary and cultural phenomena. The program ranges from introductory surveys through period and genre offerings to seminars treating individual major authors. Italian Studies majors are required to take at least two courses in areas such as fine arts, politics, and history that may help prepare them for successful careers in politics, law, international business, medicine, education, or the arts. Students are required to complete two advanced language and culture courses (203, 204), the two senior seminars (488. 489) and 8 electives. Two of these elective courses must be offered by a program other than Italian Studies. At least four (2 plus 488 and 489) of the elective courses must be taught in Italian. Students should consult with the Italian adviser before selecting courses in order to determine their individual program of study.Students enrolled in the Major in Italian Studies are strongly recommended to study abroad, either in The Catholic University of America's Rome program or in another education abroad program in Italy.