UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS · UNITED KINGDOM
Integrated Year Abroad Italian MA (Honours)
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS R311
At a glance
60 mo
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The Integrated Year Abroad Italian MA (Honours) is a five-year full-time program designed for students passionate about the Italian language and culture. This degree extends the standard MA (Hons) in Italian by incorporating a valuable year spent in an Italian-speaking country between your second and third years of study. This immersive experience is crucial for developing advanced linguistic skills, intercultural competence, and personal confidence. While the year abroad is competitive and not guaranteed, successful applicants typically work as English language assistants in schools or undertake other approved work placements. If a year abroad placement is not secured, students can transition to the standard four-year Italian MA (Hons) degree. The program is offered by the School of Modern Languages.
Curriculum
The course follows the structure of the Italian MA (Hons) degree, with the addition of a mandatory integrated year abroad. Students will undertake compulsory study during their time abroad.
- Year Abroad
- Italian Integrated Year Abroad
Careers
Graduates in Modern Languages, including Italian, possess strong communication, interpersonal, and intercultural skills highly valued by employers. The career prospects are broad, extending beyond roles requiring advanced language proficiency.
- Translation and interpreting services
- Language teaching
- International institutions and enterprises (international development, HR, administration, media, communications)
- Banking and finance
- Civil service (including Foreign Office)
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Integrated Year Abroad Italian MA (Honours)?
- This is a five-year full-time undergraduate program combining the study of Italian language and culture with a compulsory year spent in an Italian-speaking country between your second and third years.
- How do I apply for this program?
- You can apply for this undergraduate program through the UCAS system using the code R311. You will need to register your interest and meet both academic and English language requirements.
- What are the entry requirements?
- Entry requirements are the same as for the standard Italian MA (Hons) degree, and you must achieve Honours entry in all subjects you intend to study at Honours level. Beginners in Italian are encouraged to undertake the year abroad.
- What are the tuition fees?
- Please refer to the University's undergraduate fees and funding pages for the most current tuition fee information.
- How is the year abroad arranged?
- The year abroad is a competitive element of the program, with selection occurring during your second year based on academic merit. Successful applicants typically work as English language assistants or undertake approved placements.
- What are the career prospects after graduation?
- Graduates develop strong communication, interpersonal, and intercultural skills, opening up career paths in translation, language teaching, international institutions, media, and finance.
Entry requirements
University EntryTo be eligible for the integrated year abroad, students must achieve Honours entry in all subjects intended for Honours level study. If Honours entry is not achieved in chosen subjects, students must withdraw from their year abroad destination.
Beginner Italian SpeakersBeginners in Italian are strongly encouraged to undertake the year abroad in Italy. If combining Italian with another language, consult year abroad coordinators for specific options.
Joint Honours DegreesFor joint Honours degrees, the subject with the higher entry requirements determines the necessary grades. Additional subject-specific requirements may apply.
Entry requirements for the integrated year abroad are the same as for the standard Italian MA (Hons) degree.
Fees
Tuition (international)Please refer to the University's undergraduate fees and funding pages for the most current tuition fee information.
Tuition (home)Please refer to the University's undergraduate fees and funding pages for the most current tuition fee information.
LivingInformation on living costs is not specified in the provided documents.
A one-off digital documentation registration fee of £20 is charged for access to academic documents.
How to apply
1. Register Your InterestProspective students are encouraged to register their interest on the University website to receive updates and information about the application process.
2. Apply via UCASApplications for undergraduate degrees are submitted through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). The UCAS code for this program is R311.
3. Meet Entry RequirementsEnsure you meet the specified academic and English language requirements for the Italian MA (Hons) with Integrated Year Abroad program.
4. Year Abroad SelectionSelection for the integrated year abroad occurs during the second year of study based on academic merit. It is not guaranteed and is subject to meeting specific criteria during the program.
Scholarships
General FundingVaries
Frequently asked questions
What is the Integrated Year Abroad Italian MA (Honours)?
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This is a five-year full-time undergraduate program combining the study of Italian language and culture with a compulsory year spent in an Italian-speaking country between your second and third years.
How do I apply for this program?
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You can apply for this undergraduate program through the UCAS system using the code R311. You will need to register your interest and meet both academic and English language requirements.
What are the entry requirements?
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Entry requirements are the same as for the standard Italian MA (Hons) degree, and you must achieve Honours entry in all subjects you intend to study at Honours level. Beginners in Italian are encouraged to undertake the year abroad.
What are the tuition fees?
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Please refer to the University's undergraduate fees and funding pages for the most current tuition fee information.
How is the year abroad arranged?
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The year abroad is a competitive element of the program, with selection occurring during your second year based on academic merit. Successful applicants typically work as English language assistants or undertake approved placements.
What are the career prospects after graduation?
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Graduates develop strong communication, interpersonal, and intercultural skills, opening up career paths in translation, language teaching, international institutions, media, and finance.