Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Course

This course provides students with the opportunity to complete a major in Italian language and culture while studying their primary undergraduate degree. Students acquire a grasp of Italian language (ranging from beginners to advanced levels) while undertaking elective units that explore issues and concepts relating to Italian society and culture in the areas of medieval and Renaissance Italy, Italy between unification and World War I, Italy during Fascism and World War II, Italy at the turn of the 21st century, Italian cinema, Italian migration, and women in 20th-century Italy. The Italian program also offers study abroad opportunities for students of all levels.

Students will gain competence in their chosen language to a level equivalent to an undergraduate major, (beginners to advanced, depending on commencement level). They will also gain an understanding of social and cultural aspects of the countries from which the language comes.

This course consists of a standard 48 point major consisting of a first year sequence of 12 points and one of the following:

• 12 points of second year level studies (normally two units) and 24 points of third-year level studies (normally four units)
• 18 points of second-year level studies (normally three units) and 18 points of third-year level studies (normally three units).

Students are required to complete a three-year major sequence (48 points) in Italian studies. For information on the units required refer to the 'Areas of study' section in this Handbook at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/ug-italian-studies.html.

Diploma in Languages (Italian)