MA Italian
About this course
An MA (Honours) in Italian, a language and culture degree focused on linguistic proficiency, literature and historical contexts. The course accommodates both beginners and non-beginners with tailored language pathways, and includes an optional year abroad. The first year covers foundational language acquisition through Introduction to Italian Language, Italian Language (Elementary), Italian Language Intermediate 1, and Italian Language Intermediate 2, focusing on grammar, speaking, and listening. The second year builds upon this linguistic foundation through Second Level Italian and Second Level Italian (Advanced), deepening reading comprehension and cultural study. Beyond the core language classes, students can explore specialist topics such as Authority and Subversion in the Renaissance Italy, Black Italians, Contemporary Cultures of Migration, Dante Alighieri, Italian Detective Fiction, and Italian Ecologies.
Written by AI from the university's course page and module list. It can get details wrong, so check the official course page before you rely on it.
Entry requirements
A level: AAB IB: 36 (HL 6,6,5)
See the highest paying Languages & English degrees in the UK →
See the highest paying History, Philosophy & Religion degrees in the UK →
What students say
Based on about 60 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 89%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 97%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 115 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 96%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 40 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 59%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 16%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Finance Professionals: 15%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 120 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 6%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 34%
- South East: 11%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 30%
Who gets in
Based on about 140 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 91%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 2%
- Other qualifications: 1%
Modules
- Authority and Subversion in the Renaissance Italy
- Black Italians
- Contemporary Cultures of Migration
- Dante Alighieri
- Italian Detective Fiction
- Italian Ecologies
- 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
- 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 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
- Second Level Italian (Advanced) : offers an intermediate language course for students who have passed the first semester module. It is designed to further consolidate students’ knowledge of Italian grammar and vocabulary, refine language skills and develop communication skills. Students will continue their study of Italian culture across different time periods
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA Italian at University of St Andrews earn?
The median salary is £29,500 after 15 months, £28,500 after 3 years, £36,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £47,000. The £36,000 median after five years is £3,000 more than the UK median for Italian studies.
What do graduates of MA Italian at University of St Andrews do next?
86% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MA Italian at University of St Andrews?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MA Italian at University of St Andrews?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 205 UCAS points.
Does MA Italian at University of St Andrews include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MA Italian at University of St Andrews?
96% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.