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Overview & Aims

Acquire Italian for real‑life communication and dive into the cultures of Italy—from literature and cinema to contemporary society—progressing towards CEFR B2.

Structure & Credits

40 ECTS – all mandatory. Two routes: Beginner (1B → 2B → 1A → 2A) or Intermediate (1A → 2A plus Italian Studies 1 & 2).

Module Listing 

  • Italian Language 1A;
  • Italian Studies 1;
  • Italian Language 2A;
  • Italian Studies 2;

Beginner route:

  • Italian Language 1B;
  • Italian Language 2B;
  • Italian Language 1A;
  • Italian Language 2A

Why Take This Minor

Stand out with Italian—useful across design, fashion, food, tourism and the arts—while gaining intercultural agility and strong communication skills.