Italian Studies

Degree

Minor

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Italian Studies is an interdisciplinary minor focusing on a nation and people whose contribution to civilization has been remarkably significant.

What You'll Learn and Do

Study Italian culture

Fairfield’s Italian Studies minor program offers students an opportunity to explore, analyze, and appreciate Italy from the perspectives of a variety of academic disciplines, including language, literature, film, art history, architecture, politics, history, philosophy, religion, science, and business.

Go international

Courses for the Italian studies minor are offered on Fairfield’s main Connecticut campus as well as abroad at our academic center in Italy, located at the Florence University of the Arts. As part of their studies, students can apply for an internship at a company or agency with operations or trade based in Italy.

Have a global education

An understanding of Italian language and culture greatly enhances students' career opportunities in an increasingly global world. Prospective employers in international business, education, government, and nonprofit organizations seek well-educated young people who have a background in Italian Studies.

Have a global education

An understanding of Italian language and culture greatly enhances students' career opportunities in an increasingly global world. Prospective employers in international business, education, government, and nonprofit organizations seek well-educated young people who have a background in Italian Studies.

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Italian Studies at Fairfield

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