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This major will allow you to communicate effectively in Italian, in speaking, writing, listening and reading. It also offers a wide perspective on Italian culture, in Italy itself and in Italian-speaking communities around the world, including Australia. You may start Italian as a beginner, or commence a major following school study or as a near-native speaker.

Italian Studies involves the study of the Italian language as well as its culture. As a language, Italian is rewarding to study – opening up the riches of Italy's cultural past and the fascination of its dynamic present.

Course Structure

This major is available in three different streams, catering from beginners through to near-native speakers. It is possible to combine Italian Studies with a second major from within Arts, Biomedical Science, Commerce or Science.

You'll learn to

communicate effectively in the Italian language in the four macroskills of language acquisition – reading, writing, listening and speaking – rated according to the Common European Framework for Languages

interact confidently and successfully in situations involving Italian cultural conventions

interpret Italian texts – written, audio, visual – in the light of Italian culture and society

move with accuracy and skill between the English and Italian languages and cultures

Why study this course?

Learn to communicate in Italian and learn high-level communication skills that you can transfer to all other areas of study and work

Gain a richer understanding of the arts, music, design, architecture, opera and food by learning a language considered by many to be the most beautiful in the world

Enhance your educational experience with exchange programs in Italy

Career Pathways

Graduates are well qualified for careers in all areas that involve interpersonal and communication skills, especially when dealing with people from a range of cultural backgrounds. These include travel, hospitality, publishing, theatre, commerce, international relations, the diplomatic services, teaching and interpreting and translating. Knowledge of a foreign language has helped graduates secure jobs in international banking, journalism and communications, medical areas, music and the arts.

Further Study

This major lays the foundation for further study options at honours and postgraduate level.