Italian Minor
Undergraduate Coordinator:
Dr. Hiromi Kaneda
357 Dauer Hall
hiromi.kaneda@ufl.edu
A minor in Italian Studies provides students with knowledge of the Italian language and familiarity with aspects of the culture, history, and society of Italy. Students may earn an Italian minor to complement any major in any discipline. A concentration in Italian language, literature, culture and civilization can also become the basis for graduate studies in Italian.
Overview
Of the total credits, no more than three may be Individual Work (ITA 4905). Students must complete a minimum of six credits of coursework exclusive to the minor that cannot count toward the major(s) or other minors.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select one: | 3-4 | |
ITA 2221 | Intermediate Italian 2 | |
ITA/ITW course at 3000/4000 level | ||
| ITA or ITW courses (3000/4000 level) | 9 | |
| ITT course at 3000/4000-level | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15-16 | |
Current Course Offerings (Spring 2027)
ITA1131 - Beginning Italian 2
Continuation of the basic sequence in Italian. Emphasis on the development of broad competence in the language. Oral-aural approach ensures competence in the four skills.
Prereq: ITA 1130 with minimum grade of C, or S, or the equivalent.
Class #14568
EEP Eligible
Instructor: Sherrie Nunn
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 5
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
Class #14569
EEP Eligible
Instructor: Sherrie Nunn
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 5
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
Class #14570
EEP Eligible
Instructor: Sherrie Nunn
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 5
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
Class #19884
EEP Eligible
Instructor: Hiromi Kaneda
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 5
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
Continuation of the basic sequence in Italian. Emphasis on the development of broad competence in the language. Oral-aural approach ensures competence in the four skills.
Prereq: ITA 1130 with minimum grade of C, or S, or the equivalent.
ITA2221 - Intermediate Italian 2
Completes second year sequence with emphasis on composition, literature and communication skills.
Prereq: ITA 2220 or the equivalent.
Class #14576
EEP EligibleGen Ed: International
Instructor: Hiromi Kaneda
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 4
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
Class #19080
EEP EligibleGen Ed: International
Instructor: Hiromi Kaneda
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 4
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
Completes second year sequence with emphasis on composition, literature and communication skills.
Prereq: ITA 2220 or the equivalent.
ITA3243 - Italian Conversation
Develops and refines Italian oral and comprehension skills through exposure to and discussion of a range of topics relating to contemporary Italian society. Discussion and assignments address different registers of speech, from the colloquial to the formal. Active in-class participation is essential.
Prereq: ITA 2221 with a minimum grade of C.
Class #19885
EEP Eligible
Instructor: Gabriele Belletti
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 3
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
Develops and refines Italian oral and comprehension skills through exposure to and discussion of a range of topics relating to contemporary Italian society. Discussion and assignments address different registers of speech, from the colloquial to the formal. Active in-class participation is essential.
Prereq: ITA 2221 with a minimum grade of C.
ITA3564 - Contemporary Italian Culture
Variable topics focus on modern Italy through literature, art and mass media, and current events.
Can be repeated with a change in content up to 9 credits. Prereq: ITA 2221 or the equivalent, or section coordinator or undergraduate advisor permission.
Class #25609
EEP EligibleGen Ed: International
Instructor: Deborah Amberson
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 3
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
Variable topics focus on modern Italy through literature, art and mass media, and current events.
Can be repeated with a change in content up to 9 credits. Prereq: ITA 2221 or the equivalent, or section coordinator or undergraduate advisor permission.
ITA4905 - Individual Work
For advanced minors who seek independent work not offered in another course. Must be arranged individually with Italian faculty. Only three credits can count toward the minor.
Prereq: program coordinator permission.
Class #14577
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Instructor: TBA
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 1-4
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
For advanced minors who seek independent work not offered in another course. Must be arranged individually with Italian faculty. Only three credits can count toward the minor.
Prereq: program coordinator permission.
ITT3115 - Boccaccio's Decameron (English)
Exploration of Boccaccio’s Decameron and the political, historical, and religious context in which Boccaccio wrote this canonical work of Italian and world literature. Taught in English.
Prereq: Sophomore Standing or Higher.
Class #26315
EEP Eligible
Instructor: Mary Watt
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 3
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
Exploration of Boccaccio’s Decameron and the political, historical, and religious context in which Boccaccio wrote this canonical work of Italian and world literature. Taught in English.
Prereq: Sophomore Standing or Higher.
ITW4526 - Mad Love in Modern Italian Literature
Exploration of a sampling of modern Italian literary manifestations of a love that strays beyond the conventional. Language skills addressed through discussion, oral presentations, creative writing assignments, and short papers.
Prereq: ITA 3420 or ITA 3500 or ITA 3564 or ITW 3100 or ITW 3101 or instructor permission.
Class #25612
EEP Eligible
Instructor: Deborah Amberson
Meet: Primary Classroom
Credits: 3
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures Italian
Final Exam: TBA
Class Dates: TBA
Exploration of a sampling of modern Italian literary manifestations of a love that strays beyond the conventional. Language skills addressed through discussion, oral presentations, creative writing assignments, and short papers.
Prereq: ITA 3420 or ITA 3500 or ITA 3564 or ITW 3100 or ITW 3101 or instructor permission.