College Of Arts And Sciences
Italian Studies
Why Italian Studies?
Italian Studies is a versatile program that allows you to concentrate on the study of Italian language, culture, and literature. Choose an individualized course of study to fit your needs with a variety of courses on culture, film studies, and Italian American social issues. Plan to study abroad! We offer excellent international experiences in Florence and Rome.
AREAS OF STUDY:
- Italian and a Second Discipline
- Language & Literature
- Secondary Teacher Education
Ready to take the next step?
SAMPLE COURSES:
- Italian Civilization Through the Ages
- Love and Tragedy in Early Italian Literature
- Modern Italy
- Images of Italian Americans in Film
ADMISSION INFO:
As a non-restricted major, there are no additional admission requirements for this program. Please review the general admission criteria related to how you are applying.
After Graduation
Your college decision isn't really about the next four years. We get it. It’s about what doors are opened by your degree and whether those opportunities are what you had envisioned for yourself. Nearly 95% of SBU grads are employed or go to professional or graduate school. Here's a snapshot of what life after graduation looks like for some of them.
CAREER OPTIONS:
- Translator / Interpreter
- Professor
- Foreign Language Instructor
- Travel Writer
- Politician
RECENT EMPLOYERS:
- Foreign Service Institute
- United Press International
- Departement of Immigration and Naturalization
- AmeriCorps
- Office of International Visitors
Interested in this Major?
Department of European Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Chair: Sarah Jourdain
Office: Humanities 1055
Phone: (631) 632-7440
University CodesSAT: 2548ACT: 2952FAFSA: 002838
