Italian Studies

Italian Studies at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) invites you to explore the language, literature, culture, and history of Italy—one of the world’s most influential cultures. You’ll build language skills, discover Italian art, cinema, and society, and connect with global perspectives that open doors in education, business, travel, and beyond.

About Italian Studies at FAU

At FAU, Italian Studies is more than language learning. You’ll find a flexible, student-centered program with opportunities to double major, study abroad in Venice, and participate in unique research projects like the Italian American Oral History Archive. Courses blend language, literature, film, and culture, and you can join events such as film festivals, symposiums, and the Italian Club. Graduate students benefit from teaching assistantships, national scholarly networks, and a vibrant South Florida setting that brings Italian culture to life.

Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic

Undergraduate

  • Bachelor of Arts in Languages, Linguistics and Comparative Literature: Italian
  • Minor in Italian Studies (options for heritage and non-heritage speakers)

Graduate

  • Master of Arts in Comparative Literature (with primary or secondary area in Italian)
  • Ph.D. in Comparative Studies (with primary or secondary area in Italian and Italian American Studies)
  • Graduate certificates in Film and Culture, Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, Linguistics, and Environmental Studies.

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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes

1. Develop advanced proficiency in Italian language and communication.
2. Gain deep understanding of Italian literature, film, and cultural history.
3. Engage in interdisciplinary study connecting Italian culture to global issues.
4. Experience Italian culture firsthand through study abroad and campus events.
5. Prepare for careers or further study in education, international business, research, or the arts.

1. Communicate effectively in Italian, both orally and in writing.
2. Analyze and interpret Italian texts, films, and cultural artifacts.
3. Demonstrate cultural awareness and critical thinking about Italy’s role in the world.
4. Apply research skills in projects such as oral history or translation.
5. Build connections with faculty, peers, and the broader Italian and Italian American community.

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