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In today's interconnected world, advanced language abilities are growing more essential. Companies require experts who can not only convey ideas clearly but also possess multilingual and intercultural expertise to succeed globally. La Trobe's Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics provides foundational knowledge about human communication. Study language structures and origins while analyzing how people learn and refine communication abilities. You'll choose from various language specializations and immerse yourself in the cultural context of your selected language. Gain in-depth linguistic knowledge by exploring sound systems for communication, sentence formation, and how we derive meaning from language. Concentrate on your preferred language by selecting from options like Chinese, French, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, or Hindi, with study levels ranging from beginner to advanced based on your current skills.
The Italian Studies specialization blends language learning with exploration of Italian culture, literature, film, history, and translation. While focusing mainly on modern Italy, you can also examine aspects of Renaissance and 20th-century Italy through specific courses. This program helps develop advanced Italian writing, speaking, and comprehension skills while sharpening critical analysis and argument formulation abilities. Italian studies graduates acquire valuable communication tools, with alumni finding careers in education, diplomacy, public service, social work, art conservation, international commerce, media, tourism, and translation. The program encourages students to participate in exchange programs at Italian universities for one or two semesters.