Modern Languages (Italian and Persian) and Ancient History (With a year abroad)

In the first two years of your degree, you will take the required modules in Italian along with modules in at least one additional subject. 

Typically, you will take one to two Italian modules per semester during your first two years, and at least two modules per semester during your third and fourth years (known as Honours).

Course information may change. Module information and course content, teaching and assessment may change each year and after you have accepted your offer to study at the University of St Andrews. We display the most up-to-date information possible, but this could be from a previous academic year. For the latest module information, see the module catalogue.

• First year

  Two different types of modules are offered in first year: introductory Italian modules for beginners in Italian, and more advanced language and culture courses for those with more experience in Italian.

  Students who are beginners in Italian are required to take the following compulsory modules in their first year:

  • Introduction to Italian Language: the course is intensive and proceeds quickly. It concentrates on grammar and usage through reading, writing, listening and speaking and introduces elements of Italian culture and history.
  • Italian Language (Elementary): the module builds on Module IT1001 by increasing the student’s knowledge of, and ability to use, Italian, and includes some study of Italian literature.

  Students who have an SQA Higher or a GCE A-level in Italian are required to take the following compulsory modules in first year:

  • Italian Language Intermediate 1: the module provides a thorough and structured revision of grammar and a consolidation of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skill. It will deepen knowledge of Italian culture.
  • Italian Language Intermediate 2: the core module provides a thorough and structured revision of grammar and a consolidation of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through formal grammar classes and practical oral language classes. It develops skills in literary analysis

• Second year

  Second year modules are the same for all students regardless of any prior knowledge of Italian. Students are required to take the following compulsory modules in their second year: 

  • Second Level Italian: develops the language skills acquired in first-year Italian modules and enables students to achieve an intermediate level in reading, writing, listening and speaking in Italian. Students are introduced to the study of Italian culture across different time periods.

  • Admission Requirements

    Academic Requirements

    You need the following GPA score:

    Required score: Upper Second Class

    Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

    Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

    A good 2.1 UK Honours Degree (or overseas equivalent).

    English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

  Tuition & Financial Information

  Tuition Fee

  GBP 16,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

  Tuition fees: GBP 16,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

  IELTS requirement: 7

  Financial Aid & Scholarships

  Contact University of St Andrews directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.