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31 Best Languages & Linguistics Programs in Italy

31 Languages & Linguistics courses are taught at 15 universities in Italy — most run 1–2 years. Courses from Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, University of Genoa and University of Udine come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Bachelor's Degree
UL University of Lecce logo
Italy

LETTERE

University of Lecce — The Bachelor's Degree in LETTERE at the University of Lecce provides a comprehensive exploration of literature, linguistics, and cultural studies. This program is designe...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
2Bachelor's Degree
UL University of Lecce logo
Italy

LINGUE, CULTURE E LETTERATURE STRANIERE

University of Lecce — The Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Languages, Cultures, and Literatures at the University of Lecce offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse languages, cultures, and th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
6Master's Degree
CU Catholic University of the Sacred Heart logo
QS World #409 #15 in Italy Italy

Studi filologici e letterari

Catholic University of the Sacred Heart — The Master's Degree in Philological and Literary Studies at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart offers a comprehensive exploration into the realms of literature a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
7Master's Degree
UG University of Genoa logo
QS World #547 #19 in Italy Italy

FILOLOGIA E SCIENZE DELL'ANTICHITÀ

University of Genoa — The Master's Degree in Philology and Ancient Sciences at the University of Genoa is designed for students who wish to deepen their knowledge of ancient languages, literat...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
9Master's Degree
UC University of Calabria logo
#35 in Italy Italy

Foreign modern languages and literatures

University of Calabria — The Master's Degree in Foreign Modern Languages and Literatures at the University of Calabria provides an in-depth exploration of various languages and their respective l...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
10Master's Degree
UC University of Calabria logo
#35 in Italy Italy

Languages for international communication

University of Calabria — The Master's Degree in Languages for International Communication at the University of Calabria equips students with the linguistic, cultural, and professional skills esse...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
11Master's Degree
UC University of Calabria logo
#35 in Italy Italy

Linguistic mediation

University of Calabria — The Master's Degree in Linguistic Mediation at the University of Calabria is designed to equip students with advanced skills in translation and interpretation, focusing o...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
12Master's Degree
UC University of Calabria logo
#35 in Italy Italy

Modern languages and cultures

University of Calabria — The Master's Degree in Modern Languages and Cultures at the University of Calabria offers an in-depth exploration of linguistic studies and cultural analysis across vario...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
13Master's Degree
UC University of Calabria logo
#35 in Italy Italy

Modern philology

University of Calabria — The Master's Degree in Modern Philology at the University of Calabria offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to the study of languages, literature, and cul...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
14Program
SE School of Education Pisa logo
#37 in Italy Italy

Letteratura e filologia moderna

School of Education Pisa — The degree course in Letteratura e filologia moderna at the School of Education Pisa offers a comprehensive exploration of modern literature and philology, focused on pro...

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—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
15Program
SE School of Education Pisa logo
#37 in Italy Italy

Linguistica

School of Education Pisa — The Linguistics degree at the School of Education Pisa provides an in-depth exploration of language and its multifaceted roles in human society. Students engage with the...

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—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
16Bachelor's Degree
UU University of Urbino logo
#43 in Italy Italy

Lingue moderne applicate

University of Urbino — The Bachelor's Degree in Lingue moderne applicate at the University of Urbino offers a comprehensive curriculum designed for students interested in applied modern languag...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
17Bachelor's Degree
VS Viterbo State University logo
#48 in Italy Italy

Lettere moderne

Viterbo State University — Lettere moderne (L-10) is a three-year undergraduate degree at Viterbo State University. It offers an interdisciplinary education with two curricula: Studi linguistici, l...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
18Bachelor's Degree
VS Viterbo State University logo
#48 in Italy Italy

Lingue e Culture Moderne

Viterbo State University — Lingue e Culture Moderne is a three-year bachelor’s degree focused on two foreign languages and their literature, plus Italian literature and historical, philological, an...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
19Master's Degree
BU Basilicata University Potenza logo
#50 in Italy Italy

Filologia Classica e Moderna

Basilicata University Potenza — The Master's Degree in Filologia Classica e Moderna at the Basilicata University Potenza offers a comprehensive exploration of classical and modern linguistics, literatur...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
20Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Venice logo
#53 in Italy Italy

Italian and Mediterranean Studies

University of Venice — The Bachelor's Degree in Italian and Mediterranean Studies at the University of Venice provides an in-depth exploration of the cultural, historical, and social dynamics o...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
21Master's Degree
UI University Institute of Modern Languages logo
#66 in Italy Italy

Lingue e Culture Orientali

University Institute of Modern Languages — The Master's degree in Lingue e Culture Orientali at the University Institute of Modern Languages equips students with in-depth knowledge of Eastern cultures and language...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
22Bachelor's Degree
UI University Institute of Modern Languages logo
#66 in Italy Italy

Lingue, cultura e comunicazione digitale

University Institute of Modern Languages — The Bachelor's Degree in Lingue, cultura e comunicazione digitale at the University Institute of Modern Languages focuses on equipping students with the language skills a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics

How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #409 (Catholic University of the Sacred Heart) to #547 (University of Genoa); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Genoa has the largest research record in this group, with 7,856,927 citations and an h-index of 672. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 15 bachelor's, 13 master's and 1 diploma. The usual length is 1–2 years and 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). University of Calabria offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Italy for Languages & Linguistics?

Catholic University of the Sacred Heart (QS World #409), University of Genoa (QS World #547) and University of Udine (#31 in Italy) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Languages & Linguistics course take in Italy?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 4 years the next most common.

When do Languages & Linguistics courses start in Italy?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Languages & Linguistics courses in Italy?

University of Calabria, with 5, ahead of University Institute of Modern Languages (4).

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