BA Italian and Norwegian
About this course
BA in Italian and Norwegian, a German and Italian degree focusing on the study of two European languages and cultures over four academic years. Core topics include Language & Translation, Communication & Writing, and Research Methods. Students spend the third year undertaking a compulsory period abroad immersed in the cultures and societies of both languages. The first year introduces the fundamentals through First Year Italian Language, Introduction to Italian Studies 1, Introduction to Italian Studies 2, and Introduction to Norwegian Language and Culture. The second year builds proficiency with Second Year Italian Language and Intermediate Norwegian Language and Culture, alongside optional modules such as Italian Culture during Fascism or Intermediate Old Norse. In the final year, students complete advanced study through Final Year Italian Language and Advanced Norwegian Language and Culture, supported by compulsory project work. Optional modules in the final year allow further specialisation in topics ranging from Futurism in Italy to Crime and Small Communities in Nordic Literature, with options for a dissertation in Scandinavian Studies.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB (Previous study of a foreign language is preferred (not necessarily one of the named languages) but not required. Applicants may study two languages at beginner level and may seek advice from the departments concerned if needed.) IB: 34 points (A total of 16 points in three higher level subjects, with no higher level score below 5. Foreign language preferred.)
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What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 59%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 63%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- 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 215 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 67%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- First Year Italian Language
- Introduction to Italian Studies 1
- Introduction to Italian Studies 2
- Introduction to Norwegian Language and Culture
- Introduction to Nordic Studies 1
- Introduction to Nordic Studies 2
- Second Year Italian Language
- Intermediate Norwegian Language and Culture
- Italian Culture during Fascism
- Issues in Italian Syntax
- Italian Literature 1860-1925
- Writing Women in Renaissance Italy
- Dante and Petrarch
- Italians Abroad: A History of Italian Migration 1790-Today
- Intermediate Norwegian Language and Culture 1
- Nordic Literature in Context
- Intermediate Old Norse
- Topics in Scandinavian Linguistics
- SELCS Year Abroad Term 1
- SELCS Year Abroad Term 2
- Final Year Italian Language
- Advanced Norwegian Language and Culture
- Advanced Project Work in Danish, Norwegian or Swedish
- Futurism in Italy
- Nation, Culture and Society in Italy, 1860-1914
- Dante: Divina Commedia
- Identity and Performance in Renaissance Italy
- Words and Images: Italian Film Adaptations
- English Academic Writing and Translation Skills
- English Academic Writing and Translation Skills
- Northern Sites and Cities: Perspectives of Urban and Cultural Geographies of the Nordic Region
- Dissertation in Scandinavian Studies
- Crime and Small Communities in Nordic Literature
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Italian and Norwegian at University College London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £42,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,500 and £57,000. The £42,500 median after five years is £10,000 more than the UK median for German and Scandinavian studies.
What do graduates of BA Italian and Norwegian at University College London do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Italian and Norwegian at University College London?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Italian and Norwegian at University College London?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 151 UCAS points.
Does BA Italian and Norwegian at University College London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Italian and Norwegian at University College London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.