Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor's Degree Programme in European Languages and Cultures

The University of Groningen offers a Bachelor's degree programme in European Languages and Cultures, with a specialization in Italian. This programme allows students to explore the language, culture, and history of Italy, as well as its significance in a European context.

Programme Description

The programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the Italian language, its history, and its cultural context. Students will learn to speak and write Italian at a near-native speaker level, and will also gain expertise in the history and deeper features of the language. The programme includes the study of Italian culture, politics, and history, as well as the opportunity to spend a semester abroad at one of the university's partner institutions in Italy.

Why Italian?

Italian is a beautiful language with a rich cultural heritage, and studying it can open up a world of art, literature, music, and cuisine. Italy has played a significant role in European history and culture, and its influence can be seen in many areas, from food to architecture. By studying Italian, students can gain a deeper understanding of Italian culture and its significance in a European context.

Career Perspectives

Upon completing the Italian specialization within European Languages and Cultures, students will qualify for a wide range of jobs, including:

• Museum and cultural institution work
• Academic research
• Teaching
• Communications and relations with Italy
• Other positions in the field of relations with Italy

Student Testimonials

Several students have shared their experiences with the programme:

• Anike van Noort, a student of Italian at ELC, found the classes to be interactive and engaging, and appreciated the opportunity to learn about Italian culture and politics.
• Celine Majoor, another student of Italian at ELC, enjoyed the accessible atmosphere of the classes and the opportunity to explore Italian culture and language.
• Sibrich de Vries, a student of Italian at ELC, appreciated the engaging and diversified lessons, which helped boost her language skills and knowledge of Italian culture.

Programme Details

The programme includes:

• A comprehensive study of the Italian language, its history, and its cultural context
• The opportunity to spend a semester abroad at one of the university's partner institutions in Italy
• A focus on Italian culture, politics, and history
• Expertise in the history and deeper features of the language
• A wide range of career perspectives, including museum and cultural institution work, academic research, teaching, and communications and relations with Italy.