Politics, International Studies and Italian BA (Hons)

Learn about politics at a national and international level. Critically examine political issues through a culturally-sensitive lens. Develop and deepen Italian language skills. Understand Italian culture and society. Gain valuable skills in theoretical analysis, qualitative and quantitative research, and written and verbal communication.<br/><br/>This degree studies the political world, with an emphasis on Italian language and culture. This joint honours degree gives you the opportunity to acquire Italian language skills while receiving a thorough training in the study of Politics and International Studies.<br/><br/>It is split 50:50 between Politics and International Studies and Italian with the option of a 75:25 split in either discipline in the final year. You will critically engage with the political world from national and global perspectives, exploring the theoretical and empirical approaches to political ideas. At the same time you will deepen your understanding of the Italian language and culture and its relationship to Europe and the rest of the world.<br/><br/>The second or third year is spent studying or on a work placement in Italy.