MA (Hons) Italian and History of Art in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh

As one of Europe's most innovative and multifaceted cultures, Italy has produced countless renowned artists and groundbreaking art movements.

Combining Italian language studies with Art History provides insights into both modern society and historical contexts.

Throughout your studies, you'll develop proficiency in discussing and writing about various aspects of Italian culture in its native language, including its rich visual and artistic heritage.

Upon graduation, you'll possess a unique blend of broad cultural understanding and specialized expertise that global employers highly prize.


Our Italian program immerses you in the language through engagement with Italy's most celebrated literary works, artistic masterpieces, and cinematic achievements.

Beginners are welcome. Through intensive language training, including a year abroad in Italy, you'll achieve advanced fluency in reading, writing, and speaking Italian, along with professional-level translation abilities.

History of Art
Our Art History curriculum extends beyond Italy, exposing you to artistic traditions from diverse eras and global cultures.

You'll examine the creation processes and intended audiences of artworks while analyzing their significance and exploring various interpretive approaches.