Italian

专业介绍

New York University’s Department of Italian Studies is the largest free-standing Italian department in North America, with faculty expertise that includes a range of historical periods and methodologies, spanning from medieval literature to neorealist cinema. Students can take courses in topics such as Renaissance epic, Futurism, literary translation, avant-garde literature, opera, Italian American culture, and Dante’s Divine Comedy. Classes are conducted in both Italian and English.

We offer one-on-one faculty advising for students who choose to write honors theses and/or present their work at our annual undergraduate research symposium. Through our department, students have access to internships and scholarships. Majors and minors are encouraged to enrich their studies by spending at least one semester at NYU’s breathtaking Florence campus.

Our department is located in Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò, a historical landmark, which has established itself as the main hub for Italian Culture in New York. Casa Italiana is committed to enriching the academic life of our students with a vibrant year-round program of events: film screenings, lectures, concerts, art exhibits, and more. Additionally, the weekly Italian Club meetings offer a great opportunity for students to practice their Italian and to find community amongst their peers. 

Students of Italian Studies gain cultural fluency and research experience that prepares them for graduate study and for careers in a range of fields.