Italian, BA
At a Glance: program details
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- Additional Program Fee: Yes
- Second Language Requirement: Yes
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Math Intensity:
General
- Initial Math Course: MAT 142 - College Mathematics
Required Courses (Major Map)
Program Description
In the Bachelor of Arts program in Italian, students learn to speak, write, read and comprehend Italian. They develop the ability to think critically, learn about and appreciate the historical and contemporary cultures of the Italian peninsula and their relationship to other global traditions, and develop empathy as globally informed leaders.
Students complete courses on topics such as:
- art
- culture
- film
- government
- history
- literature
- religion
Students have a choice of four faculty-directed programs in Italy. In their chosen program, students can focus on developing their linguistic skills and learn more about Italy's contemporary responses to global challenges, such as natural disasters and the industrialized food system.
Admission Requirements
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Readmission
Transfer Options
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use the Transfer Map search to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and help students save time and money in their college journey. Students may learn more about these programs by visiting the admission site: https://admission.asu.edu/transfer/pathway-programs.
Change of Major Requirements
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should refer to https://changingmajors.asu.edu for information about how to change a major to this program.
Flexible Degree Options
Accelerated program options
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as five years.
It is offered as an accelerated bachelor's and master's degree with:
Global Management
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Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. During their junior year, eligible students will be advised by their academic departments to apply.
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Career Outlook
Knowledge of multiple languages and having intercultural competencies enhance any occupation and offer graduates many career opportunities. Language-intensive careers include:
- foreign correspondent
- foreign media professional
- foreign service officer
- international banking and finance professional
- language, literature or culture teacher
- law and immigration professional
- multilingual administrative professional
- nongovernmental organization professional
- translator and interpreter
- travel professional
Example Careers
Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to:
Community Health Workers
- Growth: 14.1%
- Median Salary*: 46190
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
- Growth: 3.9%
- Median Salary*: 80910
Political Scientists
- Growth: 6.6%
- Median Salary*: 128020
Social and Community Service Managers
- Growth: 9.1%
- Median Salary*: 74240
Interpreters and Translators
- Growth: 4.3%
- Median Salary*: 53640
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
Global Opportunities
Global Experience
Students have the opportunity to be immersed in the Italian language and culture through a Global Education program, a vital component to the major. Experience in Italy adds value to the degree, preparing students to take off in an exciting, multicultural career with valuable skills that employers seek, such as communication and problem-solving.
Students majoring in Italian can study in Italy while taking courses in a variety of areas.
Program Contact Information
If you have questions related to admission, please click here to request information and an admission specialist will reach out to you directly. For questions regarding faculty or courses, please use the contact information below.
- silcadvising@asu.edu
- 480/965-6281