Bachelor’s degree in Languages for International Relations (L-12 Linguistic Mediation)
Educational Objectives
Our three-year undergraduate program aims to train graduates to develop a strong proficiency in two foreign languages and professional skills for dynamic careers. The curriculum is designed to be both multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary, providing a solid foundation in legal, economic, historical, sociological, and political studies, with a focus on international and European perspectives. This approach prepares students to effectively manage various international and European aspects of today’s legal, economic, and social environments.
Professional Profile
Graduates will be well-prepared as experts in International Relations, with a strong command of two foreign languages and a broad set of interdisciplinary skills. They will be capable of devising and managing strategies for national and international organizations or businesses, with a particular focus on project planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue a range of career options, including roles in state administrations, public entities, and local government offices. Potential careers include positions in research and study departments of public organizations, diplomatic roles, and positions as assistants or collaborators in Italian or European parliamentary offices. Opportunities also exist in the private sector (for-profit companies and non-profit organizations), as well as in public affairs, public relations, media relations, and general administration.
Further Studies Opportunities
With a degree in “Languages for International Relations,” graduates are eligible to pursue Master’s programs in Modern Languages for Communication and Cooperation (LM-38) and International Relations (LM-52), depending on the specific requirements of each university. Additionally, this degree qualifies graduates for University Master’s programs that require a background in the L-12 class.
Study Plan
LALIR-LANGUAGES FOR INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
LANGUAGES FOR INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS degree class L-12
First Year: 7 Exams and 57 ECTS
DISCIPLINE
SSD
Exams
ECTS
Public Law Institutions
IUS/09
1
6
Political Science
SPS/04
1
9
Contemporary History
M-STO/04
1
6
Italian Language and Linguistics
L-FIL-LET/12
1
6
English Culture and Literature (ENGLISH)
L-LIN/10
1
6
Language and Translation I (ENGLISH C.I.)
L-LIN/12
1
12
Language and Translation I (SECOND FOREIGN LANGUAGE C.I.)
L-LIN (a)
1
12
Second Year: 7 Exams and 60 ECTS
DISCIPLINE
SSD
Exams
ECTS
International Law
IUS/13
1
9
Political Economy
SECS-P/01
1
9
Economic Policy of European Integration
SECS-P/02
1
6
Elective Activity – GROUP 1
(*)
1
6
Culture and Literature (SECOND FOREIGN LANGUAGE)
L-LIN (b)
1
6
Language and Translation II (ENGLISH C.I.)
L-LIN/12
1
12
Language and Translation II (SECOND FOREIGN LANGUAGE C.I.))
L-LIN (a)
1
12
Third Year: 6 Exams and 63 ECTS
DISCIPLINE
SSD
EXAMS
ECTS
International Relations
SPS/04
1
9
History of International Relations
SPS/06
1
6
European integration law
IUS/14
1
6
Elective Activity – GROUP 2
(*)
1
6
Language and Translation III (ENGLISH C.I.)
L-LIN/12
1
12
Language and Translation III (SECOND FOREIGN LANGUAGE C.I.)
L-LIN (a)
1
12
Other Mandatory Educational Activities
Internship
6
Final Exam
6
ELECTIVES – CHOOSE ONE COURSE FROM EACH ONE OF THE TWO GROUPS