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Italian Studies
Put your education to work
Our graduates have strong oral, written and intercultural skills. They can successfully build careers in numerous fields, such as the foreign service, international relations, business and government services, health care, social services, human resources, teaching, translation and interpreting, journalism, academic administration, film-making and performing arts, communication and media, tourism and hospitality, and the not-for-profit sector.
For more information on potential career options, visit: Career Services Degree Profiles Italian Studies.
Il Circolino / The Italian Language Centre
Il Circolino is an integral part of the Major and Minor in Italian Studies programs. We will expect you to attend specific sessions during the week as part of your Italian courses.
Il Circolino is also an informal meeting place. Drop in to further develop your language skills. Learn about the culture and activities of local and international Italian groups.
Instructors and monitors will be available in the Centre for approximately three-four hours per day. We will also have language assistants to help support the increasing numbers of students who study Italian.
Il Circolino is supported by local community groups and the Government of Italy.
Contact information
Craigie Hall C318
403.220.7289
Egmont Lee Memorial Award
Offered annually to a continuing undergraduate student enrolled in the Faculty of Arts and is completing or has completed at least two half courses in Italian. Participating during the upcoming academic year in an approved international exchange or group study at an official partner university in Italy.
F/W minimum GPA and units: 3.0; 24
Nominated award: No application required. Eligible students are nominated by their instructors/academic program.
Donor: Valeria Lee
Value: $ 2,000
Fogolâr Furlan di Calgary Scholarship in Italian
There is one award of approximately $1,500 that will be applied directly to tuition. The deadline to apply is June 30 at midnight.
If you have any questions, or for more information, please contact the Calgary Foundation.
Irpinia Cultural Society Book Prize
Offered annually to an undergraduate student in any faculty with a major or minor in Italian. Highest standing in any Italian course offered.
F/W minimum GPA and units: 3; 18
Nominated award: No application required. Eligible students are nominated by their instructors/academic program.
Italian Embassy Book Prize
Offered annually to an undergraduate student in any faculty. Highest standing in any second year Italian course.
F/W minimum GPA and units: 3; 18
Nominated award: No application required. Eligible students are nominated by their instructors/academic program.
Italian Study Abroad Award
Offered annually to continuing undergraduate students pursuing a major or minor in Italian; and to students in any faculty who are completing or have completed at least 2 half course equivalents in Italian. Enrolled in or intending to enroll in an approved course of study in Italy for a minimum of 4 weeks.
F/W minimum GPA and units: 2.6; 24
Apply: Send a short resume, a cover letter describing your interest in studying abroad and two letters of recommendation to SLLLC (slllc@ucalgary.ca) by May 1.
Donor: Calgary Italian Community
Value: $ 1,600
Study in Bologna Scholarship
Applicants will be enrolled in an official UofC exchange program at the University of Bologna, Italy for at least one term. Based on academic merit. Applicants must supply a personal statement indicating their interest in Italian, any background in the Italian language and plans for future use of the language.
Apply to SLLLC (slllc@ucalgary.ca) by August 15. Applicants must provide a short resume, a copy of their transcript, a cover letter describing their interest in Italian and future use of the language, and two letters of recommendation.
Donor: Calgary Italian Sportswomen Dinner Association
Value: $ 500
Swiss Government Book Prize in Italian
Offered annually to the student graduating with the highest standing in a senior Italian literature course taken during the winter term.
F/W minimum GPA and units: 3; 18
Nominated award: No application required. Eligible students are nominated by their instructors/academic program.
Guide to your academic journey
Check out the sections below to learn about regulations and requirements, academic support, resources and tools, and opportunities available to you as an Arts student.