Hispanic Studies and Italian

The Bachelor's degree in Hispanic Studies and Italian at the University of Kent offers students a comprehensive exploration of two rich and diverse cultural and linguistic traditions. This interdisciplinary programme is designed to develop proficiency in both Spanish and Italian languages while providing in-depth knowledge of their respective literatures, histories, societies, and cultural practices. Throughout the course, students will engage with a wide range of texts, from classical to contemporary, and examine various social, political, and artistic developments across the Spanish- and Italian-speaking worlds. The programme aims to foster critical thinking, intercultural awareness, and advanced language skills, preparing graduates for careers in international relations, translation, education, cultural management, or further academic study. Students will benefit from the university’s expert faculty, engaging seminars, and opportunities for immersive language practice, including study abroad options. The curriculum combines modules in language acquisition with those focusing on literature, film, history, and cultural studies, ensuring a well-rounded education. Assessment methods include written assignments, oral examinations, presentations, and creative projects, encouraging a variety of skills and perspectives. Emphasising both theoretical understanding and practical application, the programme equips students to appreciate the complexities of the Hispanic and Italian worlds in a global context. Graduates leave the programme equipped with bilingual capabilities, intercultural competence, and a nuanced understanding of the cultural dynamics shaping Spain, Italy, and Latin America. This degree provides a solid foundation for careers in translation, international diplomacy, journalism, academia, and beyond, as well as for postgraduate study in related disciplines. Enthusiasts of languages, cultures, and history will find this programme personally rewarding and professionally valuable, opening pathways to diverse global opportunities.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline January 15 Tuition fee

• GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
• GBP 12450 Year (Non-EEA)

Start date September 2015 Credits (ECTS) 180 ECTS
Credits Total Kent credits: 360
Duration full-time 48 months Partnership Joint Languages Take an IELTS test

• English

Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Part-time, Full-time More information Go To The Course Website

Course Content

The course structure below gives a flavour of the modules that will be available to you and provides details of the content of this programme. This listing is based on the current curriculum and may change year to year in response to new curriculum developments and innovation. Most programmes will require you to study a combination of compulsory and optional modules, you may also have the option to take ‘wild’ modules from other programmes offered by the University in order that you may customise your programme and explore other subject areas of interest to you or that may further enhance your employability.

Stage 1

Possible modules may include:

IT312 - History of Italian Cinema:The Legacy of Neo-Realism

IT315 - Writing Italy through the Centuries:An Introduction

IT301 - Learning Italian - Beginners

IT308 - Learning Italian 3 (Post A Level)

LS300 - Learning Spanish 3 (Post A Level)

LS302 - Intensive Learning Spanish 1 (Beginners)

LS312 - Introduction to Hispanic Culture

LS313 - Introduction to Hispanic Culture

You have the opportunity to select wild modules in this stage

Stage 2

Possible modules may include:

IT563 - Learning Italian 4 *Advanced)

IT508 - Learning Italian 2 (Intermediate)

IT542 - Italian Extended Essay

IT552 - Italian Short Story

IT556 - Catching the Tide: Cultural Renewal in 20th Century Italy

LS504 - Learning Spanish 3B(Intensive Post A-Level)

LS505 - Learning Spanish 4

LS568 - Second Year Extended Essay

LS571 - After Dictatorship: Spain and Latin America

LS578 - Dictatorship and Cultural Production in 20th Century Brazil & Portugal

LS579 - Barcelona and Havana: Icon, Myth and History

LS515 - Catalan Culture

LS548 - Contemporary Spanish Cinema

LS562 - The Legacy of Inequality: Race and Ethnicity in Latin America

You have the opportunity to select wild modules in this stage

Year abroad

The University of Kent has Erasmus agreements with several universities in Spain and Latin America and in Italy.

Possible modules may include:

LA514 - Year Abroad Module

Stage 3

Possible modules may include:

IT506 - Learning Italian 5

LS506 - Learning Spanish 5

IT564 - Istantanea: Photography and Visual Culture in Modern and Contemporary I

IT571 - Learning Italian Through Literature

IT573 - Italian Gangsters: Literary and Cinematic Representations of Crime in T

IT503 - Italian Dissertation

SCL501 - Languages in the Classroom

LS563 - Terrorism and State Terror in Latin America

LS567 - Final Year Dissertation

LA515 - Gender and Sexuality in Afro-Luso-Brazilian Cinema

LS550 - Reading Monstrosity in Iberian Culture

LS554 - Writing the Cuban Revolution

LS580 - Barcelona and Havana: Icon, Myth and History

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test.

Requirements

The University will consider applications from students offering a wide range of qualifications, typical requirements are listed below, students offering alternative qualifications should contact the Admissions Office for further advice. It is not possible to offer places to all students who meet this typical offer/minimum requirement.

Qualification Typical offer/minimum requirement

• A level: ABB including B in Italian or Spanish

• Access to HE Diploma: The University of Kent will not necessarily make conditional offers to all access candidates but will continue to assess them on an individual basis. If an offer is made candidates will be required to obtain/pass the overall Access to Higher Education Diploma and may also be required to obtain a proportion of the total level 3 credits and/or credits in particular subjects at merit grade or above.

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma): The university will consider applicants holding BTEC National Diploma and Extended National Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF;OCR) on a case by case basis please contact us via the enquiries tab for further advice on your individual circumstances.

• International Baccalaureate: 34 points overall or 16 at HL, including Italian or Spanish HL A1/A2/B at 4/5/5 or SL A1/A2/B at 5/6/6

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Kent.

The University of Kent offers a comprehensive program in Hispanic Studies and Italian, designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the languages, cultures, and societies of Spain, Latin America, and Italy. The program aims to develop advanced language skills, cultural awareness, and critical thinking abilities, preparing graduates for diverse careers in international relations, translation, teaching, and cultural industries. Students have the opportunity to study both modern languages and literature, gaining contextual knowledge of historical and contemporary issues pertinent to the Hispanic and Italian worlds. The curriculum typically includes language modules, literature, cinema, and cultural studies, enabling students to engage with a variety of disciplinary perspectives. Additionally, students may have the opportunity to participate in study abroad programs in Spain, Italy, or Latin American countries, fostering immersive language acquisition and intercultural competence. The program emphasizes research-led teaching, supported by expert staff with extensive experience in language and cultural studies. Assessment methods usually include essays, presentations, language examinations, and a dissertation, allowing students to demonstrate both their linguistic proficiency and their analytical skills. The university's location and academic community offer a vibrant environment for language practice, cultural exchange, and academic development. Graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue careers in translation, international business, diplomacy, cultural management, education, and further postgraduate study. The program's flexible structure often includes options for specialization within Hispanic Studies or Italian, catering to individual interests and career aspirations. Overall, this program combines rigorous academic training with practical language skills, cultural understanding, and research opportunities, making it an attractive choice for students passionate about the Spanish and Italian-speaking worlds.