Italian Literary and Cultural Studies (BA)
A minor in Italian Literary and Cultural Studies is described in the “Minors” section.
Location
- Storrs Campus
Modality
- In Person
Requirements
Italian Language and Culture Concentration
Beyond satisfying the foreign language requirements in Italian at UConn, students must complete a minimum of eight courses (the equivalent of 24 credits), including the following:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ILCS 3239 | Italian Composition and Conversation I 1 | 3 |
| ILCS 3240 | Italian Composition and Conversation II 1 | 3 |
| 18 credits of 3000 or 4000-level ILCS courses, including one W course | 18 | |
| 12 credits of 2000 or 3000-level related courses outside the major | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
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The ECE equivalents of ILCS 3239 and ILCS 3240 may be counted toward this requirement.
Education Abroad in Italy
Students are strongly encouraged to participate in a variety of UConn-sponsored Education Abroad programs (and also have the option of enrolling in non-sponsored programs). In either case, students should consult with the ILCS faculty to determine which courses will receive credits. Students who enroll in study abroad programs not sponsored by UConn do not necessarily receive UConn credits for their coursework.
In addition, the following rules apply:
- A minimum of 12 of the major credits must consist of Italian courses taken in residence.
- Up to 12 credits may be met by ILCS 3293 Foreign Study, with the consent of the advisor. Only six may be transfer credits.
- UConn’s Early College Experience courses may be counted towards the major.
University Common Curriculum Requirements
Every student must meet a set of core requirements to earn a baccalaureate degree, in addition to those required by the student's major course of study and other requirements set by the student's school or college. For more information about these requirements, please see Common Curriculum Requirements.
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Degree Requirements
Students must meet a set of requirements established by the college in addition to the University's Common Curriculum requirements. For more information, see the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences section of this catalog.
Learning Objectives
- Language Proficiency; Upon completion of the program, students will be able to communicate with advanced competence in Italian as aligned with ACTFL proficiency benchmarks.
- Cultural and Literary Knowledge; Upon completion of the program, students will be able to analyze cultural production across multiple media—including literature, cinema, visual arts, and digital culture—interpreting intellectual and historical contexts.
- Critical Analysis and Research; Upon completion of the program, students will be able to conduct independent research using appropriate scholarly resources.
- Intercultural Competence and Global Awareness; Upon completion of the program, students will demonstrate intercultural awareness and sensitivity essential for engaging with Italian-speaking communities and global contexts.
- Professional and Academic Preparation; By the end of the program, students will be able to apply Italian language skills to real-world professional contexts by using industry-specific vocabulary and communication strategies relevant to global careers.