Italian Studies Minor

Courses in Italian language are designed to provide opportunities for students to achieve proficiency in four key areas: reading, writing, listening and speaking, while adding to their cultural knowledge of Italy. Additional coursework focused on areas of Italian history, culture, and/or literature completed in either Italian or English taken at Salve Regina University or while participating in an approved study abroad program in Italy can be used to complete the Italian Studies minor.

Students completing a minor in Italian Studies take a minimum of 6 courses (18 credits). Completion of the Italian Studies minor requires participation in a summer short term or semester study abroad program in Italy. 

Required courses:

ITL-205Intermediate Italian I3
ITL-206Intermediate Italian II3
ITL-241Italian Culture & Civilization3
or ITL-242 Introduction to Italian Literature
Three elective courses in either Italian language or Italian-focused courses in any discipline. 19
Total Credits18
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Additional upper-level Italian language courses are offered on study abroad. Students are encouraged to pursue Italian-focused courses related to or complementing their primary major. A faculty advisor will work with students to assist them in making elective choices that best complement their primary major as well as their academic and professional goals.