Italian Major | 2018

The major is available for students studying the Bachelor of Arts, or as a secondary major in the Bachelor of International Studies.

This major provides a course of study which allows any student, regardless of their background in the discipline, to include in their degree a specialisation in Italian.

A major in Italian allows students to study Italian language, literature, history and culture either as beginners or advanced learners. Students who enter the major at post-HSC (or advanced) level, will be exempted from some language subjects.

Major Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this major students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a broad understanding of the Italian language and grammar;
2. Communicate in both spoken and written Italian at B2 Level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR);
3. Comprehend spoken and written Italian at B2 level in the CEFR;
4. Critically analyse and evaluate historical events and socio-cultural forces that have shaped modern Italy, its people and language. 

Subjects Required for Major Study

Beginner Entry

A major in Italian for beginners or near beginners consists of a minimum of 54 credit points as set out below.

Native speakers or students who have completed their compulsory education in a country where the language is spoken are ineligible to undertake Beginner 1 or Beginner 2 subjects in Italian, and should begin their language studies at the Intermediate (or higher) levels.

Native speakers are encouraged to contact the Italian program or the Discipline Leader of Languages and Linguistics before enrolling.

Intermediate Entry - Strong 2 Unit HSC pass or equivalent students

Students who have achieved a strong 2 Unit HSC pass or equivalent may choose to enter the language sequence at the level of ITAL241 and complete a 48 credit point major comprising 18 credit points at 200 level and 30 credit points at 300-level, as set out below.

All students entering the Italian major at the level of ITAL152 or above must obtain approval from Italian Program or the Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader. 

Native or Near-native Speaker Entry

Native or near-native speakers, whose major also consists of 48 credit points, may be granted waivers for ITAL241 and ITAL242. Such waivers will be granted only at the time of first enrolment in Italian, in accordance with the Program's policy and with the formal approval of the Italian Program and the Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader. Replacement subjects, to make up the 48 credit points for the major are to be chosen from the additional subjects listed below. Credit may be granted for language courses taken at university level in accordance with established University of Wollongong guidelines.

Students who are interested more generally in how language and communication work may wish to take ELL 110 (Language in Social Life) or ELL 230 (Communication across cultures) or/and an English Language and Linguistics minor.

Timetables

Click on subject codes in the above course structure for information on sessions of offer for each subject.

To find out specific information on timetables, tutorials, and classes, visit the Timetable page.

Minor Study

A 24 credit point minor in Italian consisting of four sequential language subjects is available.

Information regarding minors, including which subjects to take to complete a minor, are available on the 2018 General Schedule of Minors page.

Minors appear on the transcript (academic record), but do not appear on the testamur. To have a minor study recorded, students must submit an Application to Declare or Change Intended Major/Minor.

Work Integrated Learning

Undertaking a work integrated learning (WIL) experience during your university education is now a significant contributor to being competitive in securing employment in your field of choice when you graduate from UOW.

The Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts internship program provides students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in their degree in a workplace setting.

Students are also encouraged to consider CRLP200 (6cp). CRLP200 includes a quality assured workplace internship or industry project to give you that competitive edge by developing your professional skills through authentic learning in a real world context. You will focus on your career goals and receive career direction guidance, strengthen your resume and gain skills to navigate the rapidly changing world of work, develop your communication skills and begin to build a professional network. Diploma in Languages

Diploma in Languages

Students who wish to undertake a Diploma concurrently with their Bachelors Degree course should refer to the Diploma in Languages for further information.

Honours

See Bachelor of Arts (Honours).

Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the UOW Course Finder.

Other Information

For further information email: lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au