Italian and Spanish, MA (Hons)

This joint honours programme provides a flexible opportunity to study Italian and Spanish in their global cultural contexts, extending beyond Italy, Spain, and the Mediterranean to include the history and literatures of Latin America and the Caribbean. No prior knowledge is required; participants engage in intensive language training, including a year abroad, to develop advanced spoken and written skills. Students will explore various varieties and registers of these languages, with options to add Portuguese, Catalan, or Basque. The curriculum also immerses learners in a diverse range of literature, film, art, and theatre from around the world, examined in their historical contexts.Edinburgh, a world-leading festival city, offers an exceptional setting for language studies, with Italian and Spanish taught since 1919 and rooted in traditions dating back to the 18th century. Unique in Scotland, the four-year programme includes a full year abroad for study or work, allowing students to select courses aligned with their interests, expertise, and employability needs, fostering specialist skills and intercultural competence for global careers.