Italian and Classics (with Study Abroad) MA

Study Italian at this institution involves learning the language within the broader context of Italian culture, where courses cover some of the most famous and influential works of literature, art, and cinema. No previous knowledge of Italian is required, as intensive language tuition is provided to develop high-standard reading, writing, and speaking abilities alongside advanced translation skills. The curriculum includes a mandatory year spent studying or working in Italy, ensuring deep cultural immersion and practical application of linguistic expertise. Furthermore, the programme allows for the exploration of highly influential scholarship and literature of the classical world that gave rise to Western society, offering choices between Latin, Ancient Greek, or non-language pathways through Classics.