Italian Language and Linguistics
| Specialisation of: | Linguistics |
|---|---|
| Degree: | Master of Arts in Linguistics |
| Mode of Study: | Full-time |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Start date: | September, February |
| Language of instruction: | Italian |
| Location: | Leiden |
| Croho/isat code: | 60815 |
In the Italian Language and Linguistics specialisation of the MA in Linguistics, you will study the Italian language from a typological perspective, as well as from a historical and sociolinguistic point of view. You will gain insight into the dialectal and regional variations and uses of Italian through our courses on both theoretical and applied linguistics, covering topics that include the use of Italian and of Italian dialects. While studying with our young and active staff, you will improve your command of the language, as the specialisation is Italian-spoken.
Career
Your skills will be especially sought after by multi-nationals that maintain a business presence in Italy. The demand for graduates with qualifications in the Italian language has increased steadily over the past few years.
You will find employment opportunities open to you in a variety of sectors, including:
- Publishers of books and periodicals (in management or as literary translator)
- Translation agencies
- Commercial language institutes
- The diplomatic service
- Italian companies in their own countries
- The tourism industry
- Adult education
- Ministries (for example, as a policy advisor or public relations officer)
- Newspapers
- Banking and consultancy
Some figures about graduates of European language and culture studies
How succesfull are they in finding a job?
- 94 % found a job within six months.
- 72 % found their first job at academic or HBO (higher professional) level.
- 91 % held a position at academic or HBO level when the study was carried out.
In which sector do they find jobs?
- Teaching: 221
- Business services: 201
- Publishing / book sector: 105
- Communication and journalism: 89
- Research; 89
- Government / semi-government: 79
- Other: 216
What are their main tasks and responsibilities? (%)
Source: Employment Market Study among Leiden Graduates of European language and culture studies (2009, Student Career Service Humanities )
