Course summary

As one of Europe's most creative and diverse civilisations, Italy is the birthplace of many influential artists and art movements. Studying Italian and History of Art helps you understand the contemporary world, while shedding light on the past. During your time with us, you will gain the skills to talk and write in Italian on a range of issues relating to Italy and the Italianate world, including its visual and material culture. When you graduate, you will have the combination of broad cultural education and specialist knowledge valued by employers worldwide. Italian Study Italian with us, and you will learn the language in the context of some of the world's most famous and influential works of literature, art and cinema. No previous knowledge of Italian is needed. Intensive language tuition, including a year spent studying or working in Italy, will develop your ability to read, write and speak the language to a high standard with advanced translation skills. History of Art Beyond Italy, History of Art will introduce you to art from different periods and cultures around the globe. You will learn how, and for whom, works of art were made. You will also explore their meaning and discover the ways in which they can be interpreted. Why Edinburgh From the Italian Cultural Institute to the four National Galleries of Scotland, you will find many places in Edinburgh to develop your interest in Italian art, cinema and literature. Italian has been taught here since 1919, and has been part of our tradition for many years, as far back as the 18th century. We are unique in Scotland in offering students a full academic year abroad within the four-year honours programme, regardless of whether you spend the year studying or working. Our programme is also flexible. In Years 1 and 2, as well as Italian and History of Art, you will choose option courses from a wide range of disciplines. You will then specialise as you progress through your honours years.