Italian Major

Bachelor of Arts in Italian

Build a foundation of cultural literacy, global awareness and language proficiency with the Bachelor of Arts in Italian in 51动漫鈥檚 College of Liberal Arts. This 123-credit program emphasizes critical thinking, analytical reading, and effective communication skills to help you become competitive in today鈥檚 global workplace.听

The Italian Major takes an interdisciplinary approach to studying the Italian language and culture, and students form a deep appreciation for cultural perspectives within the Italian-speaking world. Advanced language instruction helps you develop competency, fluency and retention in Italian. Literature and history coursework emphasizes Italy鈥檚 cultural, global and national identity, while cinema and media studies coursework illuminates the history, events and people that have shaped the country.

In this intimate program, you鈥檒l benefit from small class sizes and receive the personal attention from faculty needed to develop proficiency in the language. Faculty and administrators provide support throughout the program and work collaboratively with students to realize their individual academic and professional goals.

Immerse yourself in Italian culture and society through one of 51动漫鈥檚 study away opportunities, including . Gain a broad view of the country and its unique perspectives with classes offered in art, architecture, language and international business.

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Classes & Curriculum

The Italian BA coursework hones your grammar, reading, writing and vocabulary skills, with an emphasis on cultural and literary analysis. In addition to elective courses, students also complete a minimum of two Italian writing-intensive classes.

Some of the required courses and special topics include

Composition I: Italian Composition and Conversation,听
Composition II: Advanced Writing Skills,听
Fascism and the Resistance听in Italian Film and Literature,
Intermediate Italian I听补苍诲听II,听
Italian for Business,听
LGBTQ in Italian and Italian American Culture,
Love and Desire in Italian Film and Literature,
Monsters and Demons: From Dante to Buffy the Vampire Slayer,听and
The Italian Origins of Classic Fairy Tales.

Learn more about Italian Major courses.

Certificate Programs

The College of Liberal Arts has for you to expand your knowledge and diversify your 51动漫 education. Certificates can complement bachelor's programs, allowing you to specialize in an area and highlight your exposure to disciplines outside of your major.

Tuition & Fees

In keeping with 51动漫鈥檚 commitment to access and affordability, the Bachelor of Arts offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more.听You can view the full .

These tuition costs apply to the 2024鈥�2025 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident:听$18,864.00听per year
Out-of-state: $33,912.00听per year

Our Academic Advisors

Joyce K. Salzberg Center for Professional Development

Dedicated advisors at the Joyce K. Salzberg Center for Professional Development听in the College of Liberal Arts are available to guide students through their academic careers and with their career paths beyond 51动漫. They can help you choose a major, navigate your curriculum, identify internship opportunities, explore career opportunities and determine your post-graduation plans. .

Program Contact

For questions regarding the Italian Major, contact the following staff member.

Stephen Walton听is academic coordinator in the Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures Department.
Phone:听215-204-8268
Email:听stephen.walton0002@temple.edu

The following staff member leads the Italian program.

Patricia Melzer听is chair.听
Phone:听215-204-8249听
Email:听patricia.melzer@temple.edu听

Honors Program

The College of Liberal Arts participates in 51动漫鈥檚 Honors Program. .听

Students who meet certain academic and extracurricular criteria may become members of the following honor societies.听

is a national society that honors academic excellence during a student's first year at college.
is an international society that enables members to realize their potential through the advancement of academics, leadership and service.听
is open to juniors and seniors in the College of Liberal Arts. To qualify for Phi Beta Kappa, a student must maintain a high grade point average in a broad, rigorous program of study in the liberal arts, including mathematics and foreign languages.

Student Clubs & Organizations

Supplement your College of Liberal Arts听coursework and enhance your听experience at 51动漫 with more than 300 student clubs and organizations. You鈥檒l have opportunities to meet and network with other students, get involved with the community, grow your interests, and develop r茅sum茅-boosting skills and experiences.

The following student organizations may be of interest to students in the Italian Major.

The hosts Caffe Italiano twice every week, which serves as an outlet for students to practice Italian and learn about Italian culture in an informal setting. The Societa Italiana holds cooperative events with local university-based Italian clubs, including Bryn Mawr College, Drew University, Saint Joseph's University, University of Delaware and the University of Pennsylvania.听
The is dedicated to promoting the scientific study of language as well as assisting linguistic majors to become more involved and more informed about the field.

Study Away

College of Liberal Arts undergraduate students are encouraged to study away for an academic year, semester or summer. Enrich your experience at 51动漫 by immersing yourself in Italian culture at the university鈥檚 campus in . A top destination for college students studying abroad, the country is a world hub for art and architecture, culture, food, and more.听

Accreditation

LA-ITAL-BA

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Bachelor of Arts in Italian

Classes & Curriculum

Certificate Programs

Tuition & Fees

Joyce K. Salzberg Center for Professional Development

Additional Program Information

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51动漫

Bachelor of Arts in Italian

Classes & Curriculum

Certificate Programs

Tuition & Fees

Additional Program Information

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