Italian and Linguistics MA (Hons) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By The University of Edinburgh |TopUniversities
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Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

MA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

As one of Europe's most creative and diverse civilisations, Italy has a fascinating and influential history.


This flexible programme gives you the opportunity to learn Italian while developing your social scientific understanding of language. No prior experience of Italian is necessary, and lots of our graduates started as complete beginners.


Italian and Linguistics make an excellent joint honours choice by combining the study of:


  • a modern language in its cultural context
  • the expression and creation of meaning


Linguistics courses of particular relevance to language students cover:


  • the speech sounds of the world's languages
  • variation in the languages of the world
  • the structure and history of world languages


Studying over four years enables you to choose courses that match your own interests, expertise and employability needs. Additionally, 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.


Italian


On this programme, you will learn the language in the context of Italian culture. Courses cover some of the 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.


Italian has been taught here since 1919, and has been part of our tradition for many years, as far back as the 18th century. From our own Italian Society to the Italian Cultural Institute, you will find many places in Edinburgh to develop your interest in Italian culture.


Linguistics


Linguistics examines how language works, describing how sounds, words, sentences and conversations combine to express and create meaning.


You will also study:


  • the uses of language in everyday life
  • the ways in which language varies across society and evolves over time
  • how language is mastered by children


As you progress through the programme, you will have the opportunity to formulate and test scientific hypotheses about linguistic phenomena using specialist linguistics and phonetics equipment.


Programme benefits


  • Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
  • Go abroad for the first of your honours years - Year 3.
  • Build up to fluency in the Italian language, and specialise in different aspects of Italian studies and linguistics as you move through your degree
  • Learn in an historic capital city where we have taught Italian for over a century.
  • Combine practical language learning with language science.
  • Delve into fantastic libraries, collections and galleries at the University and in the city.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

MA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

As one of Europe's most creative and diverse civilisations, Italy has a fascinating and influential history.


This flexible programme gives you the opportunity to learn Italian while developing your social scientific understanding of language. No prior experience of Italian is necessary, and lots of our graduates started as complete beginners.


Italian and Linguistics make an excellent joint honours choice by combining the study of:


  • a modern language in its cultural context
  • the expression and creation of meaning


Linguistics courses of particular relevance to language students cover:


  • the speech sounds of the world's languages
  • variation in the languages of the world
  • the structure and history of world languages


Studying over four years enables you to choose courses that match your own interests, expertise and employability needs. Additionally, 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.


Italian


On this programme, you will learn the language in the context of Italian culture. Courses cover some of the 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.


Italian has been taught here since 1919, and has been part of our tradition for many years, as far back as the 18th century. From our own Italian Society to the Italian Cultural Institute, you will find many places in Edinburgh to develop your interest in Italian culture.


Linguistics


Linguistics examines how language works, describing how sounds, words, sentences and conversations combine to express and create meaning.


You will also study:


  • the uses of language in everyday life
  • the ways in which language varies across society and evolves over time
  • how language is mastered by children


As you progress through the programme, you will have the opportunity to formulate and test scientific hypotheses about linguistic phenomena using specialist linguistics and phonetics equipment.


Programme benefits


  • Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
  • Go abroad for the first of your honours years - Year 3.
  • Build up to fluency in the Italian language, and specialise in different aspects of Italian studies and linguistics as you move through your degree
  • Learn in an historic capital city where we have taught Italian for over a century.
  • Combine practical language learning with language science.
  • Delve into fantastic libraries, collections and galleries at the University and in the city.

Admission Requirements

Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.

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