Program Overview

Italian and Romanian BA

The Italian and Romanian BA program at University College London (UCL) offers students the opportunity to achieve near-native proficiency in Italian and Romanian, while gaining insights into the culture, history, and geography of regions where these languages are spoken. This program is taught across two departments: the School of Slavonic and East European Studies (SSEES) and the School of European Languages, Culture and Society (SELCS).

Program Overview

The program provides a comprehensive education in Italian and Romanian languages, literatures, and cultures. Students will take language modules in their chosen languages, as well as cultural modules related to them. The program offers a wide range of modules, including literature, linguistic traditions, history, sociology, philosophy, art, film, and other aspects of the cultures associated with the languages.

Study Mode and Duration

The program is offered on a full-time basis, with a duration of four academic years.

Tuition Fees

• UK students: ｣9,790 (2026/27)
• International students: ｣32,000 (2026/27)

Program Structure

The program is structured to provide students with a deep understanding of the languages and cultures of Italy and Romania. In the first two years, students will take compulsory language modules, as well as modules on literature, culture, and history. The third year is spent abroad, split between two countries where the chosen languages are spoken. The final year is based at UCL, where students will continue to study advanced-level modules on language, applied language, literature, history, film, and linguistics.

Entry Requirements

• A levels: ABB, with a foreign language required (not necessarily one of the named languages)
• IB Diploma: 34 points, with a total of 16 in three higher-level subjects, including a foreign language
• GCSEs: English Language at grade B or 6, and Mathematics at grade C or 4
• Contextual offer: BBB, with a total of 15 in three higher-level subjects, including a foreign language

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Italian and Romanian BA program can pursue a wide range of career paths, including teaching, translation, interpreting, and international business. Employers of UCL graduates include KPMG, Barclays Bank, Bloomberg, BBC, British Council, and UK Government.

Funding and Scholarships

Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships, and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or certain scholarships.

Assessment and Teaching

Modules are assessed by a mixture of written and oral examinations, essays, and other forms of coursework. Teaching is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, practice-based activities, and e-learning activities. Typical contact hours vary between 8-12 hours per week, depending on the year of study and module choice.

Accessibility and Support

The department will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities. UCL has a range of support services, including Student Support and Wellbeing Services, to help students succeed in their studies.

Year Abroad

The third year is spent abroad, split between two countries where the chosen languages are spoken. This provides students with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the languages and cultures they are studying, and to gain valuable experience and skills that will enhance their future career prospects.

English Language Requirements

The English language level for this program is Level 4. Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications, and test providers can be found on the UCL English language requirements page.

Additional Costs

There are no program-specific costs for this program, apart from those associated with study abroad. Studying abroad may cost between ｣200-｣1,000 per month, depending on the location.