Course: Italian language and literature B.A.
- Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
The Bachelor's degree program with Italian language and literature as a sub-subject is a professionally qualifying, undergraduate degree program with a Standard Period of Study of six semesters.
On this degree program, you can specialise in different areas depending on the profile you wish to pursue. You have three options to choose from:
- Bachelor's subject + major subject
- Bachelor Subject + Minor Subject + Minor Subject
- Bachelor's subject + minor subject + freely combinable minor subject (2x)
By studying Italian language and literature, you will acquire a comprehensive understanding of the language, culture and literature of the Italian cultural area. In addition to historical developments, current topics take centre stage.
During the course of your degree programme, you will choose two of the three subject areas:
- Linguistics
- Literary studies
- Cultural studies
You will also acquire sound language skills: italian up to level C1.2 - an excellent basis for your career and international communication.
By the way: you can combine Italian with Spanish and French as part of your Bachelor's degree programme and thus expand your profile.
The most important facts at a glance
Program Profile
Is this the right program for me?
Do you love the Italian language and culture? Then the Bachelor's degree programme in Italian language and literature is just right for you!
In six semesters, you will acquire a sound knowledge of linguistics, literature and cultural studies and excellent language skills up to level C1.2.
Good to know:
- Open Admission, No Admission Restrictions.
- Placement Test at the start of studies.
- Compulsory courses start at level B2 CEFR - you can catch up on any missing knowledge.
What makes this program special?
- Individualised design: choice between various possible combinations (major and minor subjects).
- Subject specialisation: two of three areas - linguistics, literary studies, cultural studies.
- Language competence: level C1.2 CEFR.
- Combination with French language and literature possible.
- International orientation: Take the opportunity to spend up to 2 semesters abroad.
What can I do with this degree?
Your degree opens up a wide range of career paths:
- Cultural and educational work
- Publishing houses and libraries
- International organisationsMedia and public relations
- Intercultural communication
Structure of the Program
Program Structure
On the combined Bachelor's degree programme in Italian language and literature (B.A.) in the humanities, you will study two or three subjects at the same time. The degree program can be combined from a wide range of subjects. You can either choose a second major subject (60 ECTS credits) or two Minor Subjects (30 ECTS credits each) in addition to the Bachelor's subject (90 ECTS credits).
The degree programme also includes a final thesis (10 ECTS) and a free elective courses in (20 ECTS). The total workload corresponds to that of a single-subject degree program.
The subjects involved in the combined Bachelor's programme can be found in the list of BA combined subjects (German version) (opens in a new window). (This PDF is not accessible).
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) information brochure (German version) (opens in a new window). (This PDF is not accessible) provides an in-depth insight into the Bachelor's degree programme in the humanities .
Voluntary internships often complement the degree programme in order to explore different professional fields as well as to acquire practical skills and apply theoretical knowledge.
A list of all possible subjects can be found in the Examination Regulations under § 2:
Requirements
| Admission Restrictions / Selection Procedure | no |
| Pre-registration procedure | no |
| Eligibility Test / Aptitude Test | no |
| Placement Test | yes |
| Subject-Specific Language Requirements | no |
| German Language Certificate for Students with Foreign University Entrance Qualification | yes |
| Other Requirements | no |
For binding information and the latest updates, please refer to the summary (German version) (opens in a new window). (This PDF is not accessible) provided by the Registrar's Office or the applicable examination regulations.
Details Requirements
Placement Test
The Institute of Romance Languages and Literature offers a Placement Test for all first-year students. This Placement Test serves to check your existing language skills and to ensure that you are placed in suitable language courses. It is therefore in your own interest to take the Placement Test.
Subject-Specific Language Requirements
The compulsory courses start at level B2 CEFR. If you do not have the required language skills, you can attend ZSK courses, for example.
Admission, Application and Enrollment
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Course-related information and advice
If you have any questions about the programme content, the subject requirements and the specific structure of the programme, please contact the
General Student Advisory Service
The General Student Advisory Service (ZSB) supports you with all questions relating to your studies - from the decision to study and admission to the course of study and successful graduation.
If necessary, the ZSB will refer you to the appropriate contact person.