Bachelor of Italian Studies at Saint Louis University

Studying Italian at Saint Louis University provides much more than proficiency in a foreign language. The small, vibrant Italian studies program gives students access to a rich curriculum drawing from centuries-long contributions in literature, architecture, painting, sculpture, music, philosophy and science. Experience one of Europe's major languages and explore Italy's role in the development of Western Civilization and its ties to non-Western cultures.

Additional program highlights include:

• The SLU Italian studies program is the only inter/multi-disciplinary Italian program in the greater St. Louis area.
• The SLU Italian studies program offers more study abroad options in Italy than any language program in the Greater St. Louis area, including Rome, the beautiful Amalfi coast in Sorrento and the medieval university city, Bologna.
• The SLU Italian studies program is unique with its strong emphasis on social justice, intercultural competence and global citizenship.

1. Graduates will be able to interact in Italian.
2. Graduates will be able to interpret authentic materials in Italian.
3. Graduates will be able to present information formally in Italian.
4. Graduates will be able to use Italian in order to expand their knowledge of other disciplines.
5. Graduates will be able compare their own culture(s) with the Italian culture.