Faculty: Linguistic Sciences and Foreign Literatures

Graduate Programmes

Lingue e culture per la comunicazione, le organizzazioni e i mercati internazionali (LICOM) - Brescia

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Duration:

2 years

Language:

Italian

Degree class:

LM-38 R (Modern languages for communication and international cooperation)

Credits:

120 ECTS

Access:

Open

/ Overview

The graduate degree programme in Lingue e culture per la comunicazione, le organizzazioni e i mercati internazionali (LICOM) (Languages and Cultures for Communication, Organisations and International Markets - LICOM) at Università Cattolica di Brescia trains advanced language skills essential for operating in complex international professional contexts, through the in-depth study of at least two European or non-European languages and related cultures.

The course is divided into four curricula:

Literature and Communication for Media and Digital Cultures
Languages, Cultures and Technologies for Professional Translation
Languages for Management and International Business
Management, entrepreneurship and communication for global tourism.

The training approach integrates a solid linguistic and cultural preparation with skills in economics and management, communication and media, tourism, professional translation and language teaching, according to an interdisciplinary approach.

The preparation is oriented towards the application of linguistic skills, written and oral, in business communication, in the management of national and international companies, including those in the tourism sector, in specialized translation and teaching, and develops the ability to adapt register and style to different communication contexts.

Intercultural competence is a central element of the course and allows you to understand and manage the cultural dynamics that influence relationships and communication at an international level.

Teaching integrates lectures, seminars, workshops, exercises, group work and project work, combining theoretical knowledge and practical applications. The study plan provides for a common core of linguistic and cultural consolidation, integrated by the specialized insights characteristic of the chosen profile.

The connection with the world of work is fostered by constant dialogue with professionals, the analysis of real cases and projects developed in collaboration with companies, bodies and institutions. The training also includes the use of advanced technological tools for language management, such as computer-assisted translation systems, machine translation and artificial intelligence applications, while developing a critical approach to their use.

The course allows students to achieve advanced language competence, up to level C2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, fully suitable for use in professional and international contexts.

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Starting from the 2027/2028 academic year, the Degree Programme in Scienze linguistiche (Linguistic Sciences) changes its name to Languages and Cultures for Communication, Organisations and International Markets (LICOM). (Languages and Cultures for Communication, Organisations and International Markets - LICOM).

Why choose Lingue e culture per la comunicazione, le organizzazioni e i mercati internazionali (LICOM) at Università Cattolica?

This graduate programme is characterised by advanced language training, strongly oriented towards internationality and application in complex professional contexts.

High-level language skills

Mastery of at least two European or non-European languages, also developed in their cultural and communicative dimension

Interdisciplinary approach

Integration of languages with economics, law, politics, communication and culture to address complex professional contexts

Intercultural competence

Ability to understand and manage the cultural dynamics that influence international relations and communication

Specialization curriculum

Possibility to orient the path towards digital media and cultures, professional translation, international business or global tourism

Language Management Technologies

Use of tools for computer-assisted translation, machine translation and artificial intelligence applications with a critical and conscious approach

Connection with the world of work

Discussion with professionals, analysis of real cases and projects developed with companies, bodies and institutions

The course guarantees a solid and flexible training, capable of combining language skills, intercultural vision and professional preparation for inclusion in international contexts.

Overall student satisfaction with the degree programme

Students speak in the courtyard of the University

Source: Satisfaction of those who completed the course of study detected in the latest Undergraduates survey, calendar year 2025

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Curricula

The graduate degree programme in Lingue e culture per la comunicazione, le organizzazioni e i mercati internazionali (LICOM) includes four specialization paths, which allow training to be oriented towards specific professional areas, while maintaining a solid common linguistic and intercultural foundation.

Curriculum: Literature and Communication for Media and Digital Cultures

Curriculum that integrates humanistic and literary education with skills in communication and digital media.

Literary and cultural education: integration between humanistic studies and contemporary communication languages
Media skills: development of analytical and production skills in traditional and digital media
Content and languages: management and production of cultural and communicative content in different contexts
Career opportunities: opportunities in communication, culture and teaching
Digital dimension: critical reading of cultural phenomena in the digital media ecosystem

Curriculum: Languages, Cultures and Technologies for Professional Translation

A course dedicated to the training of translation specialists in various professional fields.

Professional translation: training in the fields of economics, law, science and publishing
Translation technologies: use of CAT tools, machine translation and AI-based tools
Advanced language skills: development of translation skills in complex and international contexts
Innovation and digital: integration between linguistics and technologies applied to language
Internationalization: possibility of double degree courses with foreign universities

Curriculum: Languages for Management and International Business

Curriculum oriented to the development of linguistic, economic and managerial skills.

Language and managerial skills: integration between foreign languages and economic disciplines
Marketing and business: study of marketing, branding and analysis of international markets
Global business context: preparation for roles in international companies and organizations
Application approach: development of operational skills for international business
Strategy and communication: ability to operate in complex and multicultural economic contexts

Curriculum: Management, Entrepreneurship and Communication for Global Tourism

A course dedicated to the training of professionals and managers in the international tourism sector.

Tourism and language skills: integration between languages, management and culture of tourism
Management and development: ability to organize and enhance tourism and territorial activities
International communication: promotion of the territory in global markets
Events and planning: management of events and initiatives in the tourism and hospitality sector
Global tourism markets: analysis of the growth dynamics of international tourism

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Teaching methodology

The graduate degree programme in Lingue e culture per la comunicazione, le organizzazioni e i mercati internazionali (LICOM) integrates lectures, application activities and moments of confrontation with the professional world, promoting active and experience-oriented learning.

Project work and real cases: development of project activities in collaboration with companies and institutions to apply language skills to concrete contexts
Workshops and group activities: language exercises, simulations and collaborative work to strengthen operational skills and teamwork
Internships and apprenticeships: experiences in Italy and abroad in companies, institutions and organizations, with possible integration into the training course
Visiting professors and professionals: contribution of experts from the fields of communication, media, translation and tourism with cases and testimonies from the world of work
International experiences: study stays in the countries of the languages of specialization to consolidate linguistic and intercultural skills
Customizable path: possibility to build the study plan through activities to be chosen from courses, seminars and further training experiences

The training course thus allows students to develop advanced language skills and solid operational skills, complemented by concrete and international experiences, in line with the needs of the labour market and contemporary professional contexts.

Double Degree with the Universität des Saarlandes

At the end of the course, students in the Languages, Cultures and Technologies for Professional Translation curriculum can obtain a double degree issued by Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and the Universität des Saarlandes in Saarbrücken.

The programme includes the first year of studies in Brescia and the second year in Germany, offering the opportunity to delve into specialist translation and language technologies in an international academic context.

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Master Translation Science and Technology

An international course linked to the double degree that strengthens training in translation and language technologies.

/Enrolment

How to enrol

You can find here the information on admission, which varies according to your qualification (Italian or foreign) *

To enrol in the graduate degree programme in Lingue e culture per la comunicazione, le organizzazioni e i mercati internazionali (LICOM), the curricular requirements must be met and the procedures and deadlines set out in the programme admission procedures must be complied with.

Here are the main steps to follow:

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A.Y. 2026-27

For the academic year 2026-27 , it is still possible to enrol in this degree programme

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A.Y. 2027-28

For the academic year 2027-28 , the new procedures, with admission procedures and deadlines, will be available shortly.

Prepare the required documentation

Make sure you have all the necessary documents for the submission of the application.

In-depth analysis: Required documents

Passport photo - format: jpg, jpeg; Maximum size: 10MB
ID - ID card, passport, driver's license are accepted. Format: png, jpg, jpeg, tiff, pdf; Maximum size: 10MB
Tax code - format: png, jpg, jpeg, tiff, pdf; Maximum size: 10MB
Language certification: English Level B2 or higher
Residence permit - if required. Format: png, jpg, jpeg, tiff, pdf; Maximum size: 10MB
Self-certification of degree with exams taken, SSD, CFU
Baptismal certificate or, if you do not have it, the replacement documentation on which you will have information later

Register or access the Enrolment Portal

Register on the Enrolment Portal if you do not yet have an account or log in to the Enrolment Portal of Università Cattolica with your credentials.

Carry out the curricular verification

To carry out the verification of curricular requirements, it is necessary to enter in the Enrolment Portal the three-year degree in which you have obtained or obtained, all the courses in your study plan, with an indication of the scientific disciplinary sector, the ECTS and grades and dates for the courses passed.

The result of the curricular verification indicates whether the candidate meets the requirements to enter the course and provides information on the next steps of the procedure.

Reserve your place

If successful, reserve your place by paying the first instalment of the university fees via the Enrolment Portal. It is possible to do so even before obtaining the degree.

Complete pre-enrolment or enrolment

If you have already obtained your undergraduate degree, you can enrol, but if you are an undergraduate, you will have to pre-enrol and you will only be able to complete the enrolment procedure after you have obtained your undergraduate degree. You will be asked to self-certify your degree with the exams taken and the baptismal certificate. If you do not have it, you can submit replacement documentation as indicated in the Enrolment Portal.

It is necessary to enter one's income data by the end of November through the "Compila redditi" application, accessible from the personal iCatt page.

* The information provided is subject to the approval of the competent bodies and may be subject to change

Other useful information

Some useful information to enrol and take your first steps at the University with peace of mind.

English Test

An adequate level of language proficiency is required for admission to certain degree programmes or for courses taught in English to be included in the study plan. Candidates can demonstrate the requirement by presenting one of the recognised certifications indicated in the admission procedures or by taking the English Test organised by the Language Centre of Università Cattolica.

Candidates with disabilities or SLD

Students with disabilities or SLD can benefit from compensatory tools. All information can be found in the Services for Inclusion section of the university.

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Transfers, transfers, second degrees and career resumption

Candidates wishing to transfer to a programme within Università Cattolica, transfer from another university, enrol in a second degree or resume their university career must meet the Admission Requirements.

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Notices

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English Test

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Tuition fees and scholarships

The beginning of the academic journey often raises questions about costs, deadlines and available support tools. Having precise information on economic support and housing solutions allows students to face their studies with serenity, focusing on their educational path and personal development.

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore provides EDUCatt income and merit scholarships and degree awards, tools aimed at ensuring continuity and quality in studies from the very first steps.

Access the dedicated section to obtain information on costs and contributions, use the simulator for calculating taxes and find out about the benefits and economic support available.

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Housing and residences

The University offers various housing solutions to accompany students during their university career.

Colleges on campus

Nine facilities on or in the immediate vicinity of university campuses. They offer an integrated educational project, with cultural activities, meetings and workshops that enrich the academic experience. Living in a boarding school means being part of an active community, with daily opportunities for discussion, exchange and shared growth.

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Residences in the city

Structures distributed throughout the territory and well connected to the course locations. They offer functional spaces and a more autonomous management of daily life, allowing you to reconcile study, social relationships and personal time with greater flexibility.

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/ Experiences abroad

Study, internship and volunteering abroad

During your time at Università Cattolica, you can enrich your education with international experience. Studying, doing an internship or participating in a volunteer project abroad means dealing with new academic, professional and cultural contexts, improving language skills and developing an international perspective that enriches your studies and looks to your professional future.

Discover the possibilities of studying, internships and volunteering abroad:

Semester abroad

Double degrees

Language courses and certifications

Summer programmes

Internships abroad

International volunteering

Thesis abroad

Short programmes

Virtual Programs

The experience abroad can be integrated into your studies. For programmes that include exams abroad, you can check the possibilities of recognition in advance, following the instructions of your Faculty and discussing with the professors in charge. Cattolica International supports you in choosing a programme and preparing for your experience abroad.

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Internships, jobs and opportunities

The course offers several internship and apprenticeship opportunities, allowing students to apply the skills acquired in real-world work contexts.

Internships and apprenticeships

The curricular internship is a non-compulsory training experience that allows you to apply the skills acquired during your studies in real professional contexts, encouraging the development of new skills and a first contact with the world of work.

It can be carried out at companies in the commercial, industrial, banking and advanced tertiary sectors, or at public and private bodies, institutions and organizations active in the cultural, artistic, social and tourist enhancement of the territory.

The duration varies according to the ECTS provided for in the study plan:

12 ECTS = 300 hours
8 ECTS = 200 hours
4 ECTS = 100 hours or extension of an 8 ECTS internship

It is also possible to associate 4 ECTS with a company project work carried out within the 200 hours of internship.

The internship can be started after passing the first-year exams and after attending the second-year language courses for both languages of study.
There are no access restrictions for the Graduate Degree.

The Career Service accompanies students and graduates in their entry into the world of work, offering orientation tools for business and organisational contexts. The service supports the development of transversal skills, encourages meetings with companies and supports the construction of a conscious and coherent professional path.

Every year over 20,000 students participate in the events organized with more than 100 partner companies and over 9,500 carry out an internship thanks to the support of the Career Service and internship tutors.

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Outbound skills

At the end of the programme, graduates in Lingue e culture per la comunicazione, le organizzazioni e i mercati internazionali (LICOM) acquire advanced skills that integrate linguistic, intercultural and professional dimensions, applicable to different work contexts.

Advanced language skills in specialized contexts

Mastery of at least two foreign languages (up to level C2), with the ability to understand and produce complex oral and written texts in specific professional fields

Professional Communication Management

Design and adaptation of effective messages according to recipients, contexts and socio-cultural situations, with attention to stylistic and pragmatic variations

Analysis and interpretation of texts and communicative contexts

Reading and interpretation of communicative strategies in a linguistic and pragmatic key, considering context, intentions and cultural systems of reference

Advanced intercultural skills

Conscious management of cultural, social and communicative differences in international contexts, fostering interaction between interlocutors from different countries

Production and management of specialized and multimedia content

Drafting of professional texts in the corporate, institutional and communication fields, with the development of content for digital and multimedia environments

Translation and specialized language revision

Translation and proofreading of complex texts using advanced strategies and technological tools, including CAT tools, machine translation and artificial intelligence systems

Application of language skills in professional contexts

Use of languages in business, institutional, media and tourism environments, integrating interdisciplinary knowledge in different work environments

Analysis of global contexts

Understanding of international economic, cultural and political dynamics and their interpretation in relation to communication and professional contexts

Conscious use of language and digital technologies

Critical and conscious use of digital tools, communication platforms and language technologies

The outgoing profile is therefore characterised by a solid, flexible and interdisciplinary training, able to respond effectively to the needs of contemporary professional contexts, both nationally and internationally.

Career opportunities

The graduate degree programme in Lingue e culture per la comunicazione, le organizzazioni e i mercati internazionali (LICOM) trains professional profiles capable of operating in complex international, intercultural and organisational contexts, thanks to the integration of advanced linguistic, communicative, economic and cultural skills.

Professional areas of employment

International companies and organizations: roles in management, export, internationalization, corporate communication and strategic development
Communication, marketing and media: activities in agencies, companies and creative industries for content management, branding, PR and digital communication
Translation and language content: specialist translation, proofreading, post-editing and production of multilingual content for companies, publishing and institutions
Tourism and territorial enhancement: management of tourist activities, events, cultural promotion and communication of the territory
Institutions, NGOs and international cooperation: roles in project management, international relations and intercultural mediation
Training and teaching: teaching and training activities in the language field, subject to qualification

Cross-functional professional functions

Management of multilingual communication in professional and institutional contexts

Production, translation and adaptation of specialist texts for various sectors

Design of communication, marketing and branding strategies in corporate and institutional environments

Analysis of markets, cultural contexts and international dynamics from an economic and social point of view

Management of intercultural relations and coordination in international teams

Content production for traditional and digital media and use of advanced language technologies and applied artificial intelligence tools

The outgoing profile is characterized by high flexibility and adaptability, with the possibility of inclusion in operational, consulting and management roles in national and international contexts, both public and private.

Career opportunities for the degree programme: percentage of employed

1 year later

3 years later

5 years later

Source: The percentages relating to employment opportunities refer to graduates in 2024 (if 1 year after graduation), 2022 (if 3 years after graduation) and 2020 (if 5 years old)

Continuing your studies

The graduate programme in Lingue e culture per la comunicazione, le organizzazioni e i mercati internazionali (LICOM) offers an advanced and interdisciplinary preparation that allows for various opportunities for further study, both in the academic and professional fields.

PhD: access to advanced research courses in linguistics, intercultural studies, communication, translation and related disciplines
second-level Master's degree and advanced training courses: in the fields of international communication, business, specialised translation, media and tourism
Training for language teaching: paths provided for by current legislation for access to teaching, in the presence of the required curricular requirements

The interdisciplinary nature of the course also allows students to continue their studies in different fields, enhancing the combination of linguistic, cultural and professional skills.

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