Italian and History - MA (Hons)

The University of Edinburgh

As one of Europe's most creative and diverse civilisations, Italy has a fascinating and influential history.Studying Italian and History helps us understand the contemporary world, and also sheds light on the past.As a world-leading festival and capital city, and home of two World Heritage Sites, Edinburgh is a fantastic place to study a modern language in its cultural context and alongside History.On our flexible joint honours programme, you have the opportunity to:* develop advanced spoken and written language skills in Italian* explore some of Italy's most famous works of literature, art and cinema* study different historical periods and themesCombined with taking options from other disciplines in Years 1 and 2, this will give you the ideal mix of a broad cultural education and specialist knowledge valued by employers around the globe.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**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 the University's 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.**History**Our History teaching is distinctive for the range of historical themes, chronological periods and geographical areas we offer. You can choose from courses covering:* the early Middle Ages to the most recent past* Britain and Europe, Asia, Africa, and the AmericasFurther, our courses offer a rich variety of approaches to the past, including:* political history* cultural history* social history* economic history* intellectual history* gender history* global and transnational history**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 History as you move through your degree.* Learn in an historic capital city where Italian has been taught for over a century.* Delve into fantastic libraries and collections at the University and in the city.* Join societies, attend events, and gain the skills and confidence for life after university.

School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures