Lingue, letterature e culture straniere

/ Overview

The graduate degree programme in Lingue, letterature e culture straniere (Foreign Languages, Literatures and Cultures) at Università Cattolica, Campus of Milan, combines advanced language skills with a solid cultural, literary and linguistic training, training profiles capable of operating in the contexts of communication, cultural mediation and language professions.

The programme is characterised by an advanced multilingual preparation in various European and American languages, integrated with the study of literatures, cultures and tools of linguistic and textual analysis.
The training is oriented to the needs of the linguistic and communicative services required by the contemporary world of work.

A distinctive element of the programme is the balance between humanistic tradition and attention to contemporary contexts: the study of languages and cultures becomes a tool for interpreting cultural, social and communicative phenomena, developing critical skills and intercultural awareness.

The programme is divided into three training profiles:

EUROPEAN AND AMERICAN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES AND CULTURES
Language Industry and Terminology for Education and Digital Intelligence - ILFID
The Art and Industry of Narration: from Literature to Cinema and TV

The curriculum integrates theoretical and applied linguistics, translation, linguistic revision, specialized languages, terminology, and the production of written and multimedia content.
Students thus develop advanced skills in understanding, analyzing and producing complex texts, both in the literary and professional fields.

Particular attention is also paid to application skills, including translation and revision of texts, management of multilingual content, language teaching and conscious use of digital tools for communication and text production.

The teaching combines theoretical teaching, workshops, exercises and project activities, with a progressive approach oriented towards the development of operational, analytical and transversal skills.

In a context marked by digital transformation, the course also addresses the challenges posed by artificial intelligence and new language technologies, preparing students to use these tools critically and consciously.

Curriculum in lingua inglese: The Art and Industry of Narration: from Literature to Cinema and TV

Why choose Lingue, letterature e culture straniere at Università Cattolica?

This graduate degree programme trains profiles with advanced linguistic, cultural and communicative skills, integrating humanistic tradition, international openness and useful tools to deal with contemporary professional contexts.

Advanced language skills

Solid multilingual preparation applicable in international cultural, communicative and professional contexts

Humanistic tradition and contemporary vision

Reading of cultural and social phenomena through the critical study of languages, literatures and cultures

Flexible and customizable route

Possibility to orient one's profile towards cultural, linguistic, digital and narrative areas

Language technologies and digital tools

Conscious use of technologies applied to language, communication and textual production

International and professional dimension

Comparison with multicultural contexts and collaboration with universities, institutions and realities of the world of work

Interdisciplinary and applied approach

Integration of linguistic, literary, communicative and operational skills for changing professional contexts

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Overall student satisfaction with the degree programme

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Positive evaluation of experiences abroad

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Employed students one year after graduation

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

/ Study Plan

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Profiles and study paths

The study plan of the graduate degree programme in Lingue, letterature e culture straniere is divided into three training paths, which allow students to orient their studies according to their cultural and professional interests, while maintaining a solid common linguistic, literary and communicative basis.

EUROPEAN AND AMERICAN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES AND CULTURES

This profile deepens the critical study of European and American literatures and cultures, with a preparation oriented to the fields of teaching, culture and cultural institutions.

Advanced study of European and American languages, literatures and cultures
Critical study of literary texts and cultural phenomena
Training oriented to teaching, publishing and cultural institutions
Internationalization opportunities and double degree programs

Language Industry and Terminology for Education and Digital Intelligence - ILFID

This track integrates language skills, digital training and language technologies, with attention to training processes and the conscious use of artificial intelligence.

Specialized languages and applied terminology
Language technologies and digital communication tools
Design of digital content and training courses
Conscious use of artificial intelligence in linguistic contexts

THE ART AND INDUSTRY OF NARRATION: FROM LITERATURE TO CINEMA AND TV

Entirely delivered in English, this course explores narrative forms in different media and the relationship between narration and the contemporary cultural industry.

Study of narratives between literature, cinema and television
Analysis of adaptation and transmedia processes
In-depth study of the cultural and audiovisual industry
Workshop activities related to narrative and creative production

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The three paths share a common base oriented towards the development of advanced language skills, critical analysis skills and application tools that can be used in professional and international contexts.

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Teaching approach

The graduate degree programme in Lingue, letterature e culture straniere offers a teaching methodology that combines theoretical study, applied activities and constant comparison with professional and international contexts.

International experiences and Double Degrees: possibility to study abroad and access to double degree programmes with partner universities of excellence
Collaborations with institutions and the professional world: meetings, events and career days with companies, cultural bodies and international institutions
Workshops and project activities: development of skills in writing, analysis and content production through application activities and structured work
Seminars and meetings with professionals: direct discussion with experts and operators in the linguistic, publishing and cultural sectors
Internships and job orientation: internships consistent with training courses, aimed at progressive integration into professional contexts

The teaching of the programme enhances the integration between humanities education, international dimension and applied skills, preparing students to face constantly evolving cultural and professional contexts.

For this degree programme, there is also the opportunity to participate in a Double Degree programme that allows students to live an academic experience abroad integrated into their study plan and to obtain a double degree, recognised both in Italy and in the country of the partner university.

The Double Degree is an international programme that allows you to carry out part of your studies at Università Cattolica and part at a foreign partner university, spending one or more semesters abroad up to an entire academic year.

The programme allows students to obtain a qualification that is recognised both in Italy and in the country of the partner university. The opportunities available vary according to the curriculum and the location of the course.

Double Degree Opportunities

Université de Lorraine (Metz): course in terminologies, language industry and digital cultures with a Master's degree in Sciences du langage et Didactiques des langues

University of South Bohemia (České Budějovice): path in modern philology and French language

Université Sorbonne – Faculté de Lettres: course in French language, literature and linguistics with completion of the Master Littérature Philologie Linguistique

Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University: course in linguistic and literary sciences with specialization in Russian language for foreigners

/ Admission

The admission process

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, letterature e culture straniere, the curricular requirements must be met and the procedures and deadlines set out in the programme admission procedures must be respected.

Here are the main steps to follow:

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See admission dates and procedures

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.

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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
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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 obtaining your undergraduate degree and/or passing the integration exams. 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

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 and dispensatory measures. 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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/ Fees and funding

Tuition fees and financial support

Tuition fees and scholarships

Starting university often involves questions about fees, deadlines and the support available. Clear information about financial support and accommodation options helps students plan their studies with confidence, allowing them to focus on their academic progress and personal development.

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, through EDUCatt, offers income- and merit-based scholarships and graduation awards, providing financial support to help students continue their studies.

Visit the dedicated section for information on tuition fees and other costs, use the online fee simulator, and find out about available financial support.

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Student accommodation

Università Cattolica offers a range of housing options to support students throughout their studies.

On campus residences

Nine residences are located on or near Università Cattolica campuses. They offer an educational experience that goes beyond accommodation, with cultural activities, meetings and workshops that complement university study. Residence life also provides opportunities to be part of an active community, exchange ideas and share experiences.

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Residences in the city

Residences located across the city are well connected to Università Cattolica campuses. They offer students greater independence in their day-to-day life, while providing comfortable accommodation and the flexibility to balance study, social life and personal time.

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/ International experiences

Study, internships and volunteering abroad

During your studies at Università Cattolica, you can gain international experience as part of your academic journey. Studying, doing an internship or volunteering abroad gives you the chance to experience new academic, professional and cultural environments, improve your language skills and develop an international perspective that can enrich your studies and support your future career.

Discover the opportunities to study, undertake an internship or volunteer abroad:

Semester abroad

Double degrees

Language courses and certifications

Summer programmes

Internships abroad

International volunteering

Thesis abroad

Short programmes

Virtual programmes

You can include an experience abroad as part of your studies. For programmes involving exams abroad, you can check in advance whether they can be recognised, following the guidance provided by your Faculty and discussing this with the relevant academic staff.

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Throughout the programme, students are supported by professors from the International Mobility Commission, Faculty tutors and the UCSC International Office, who offer support in choosing programmes, organising their stay and recognising exams, ensuring continuity and consistency with their studies.

The programme has a strong international dimension, strengthened by the presence of a curriculum entirely in English, the growing attractiveness towards European and non-European students and an increasingly multicultural educational context.

Students have access to various mobility and training opportunities abroad, including Erasmus programmes, international internships, theses carried out in collaboration with foreign universities, summer schools and personalised study abroad paths.

The course participates in the international IMACS program, the first of its kind in Italy, which brings together a network of about fifteen universities of excellence in Europe, North America and other countries in the field of audiovisual and multimedia communication. There is also a Double Degree network with partner universities in Asia and South America, which allows students to carry out part of the course abroad and obtain a double master's degree.

/ Internships and careers

Internships and career opportunities

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

Internships and professional training

The internship can be carried out in companies, bodies, organizations and institutions, in Italy and abroad, in areas consistent with the chosen training profile. It represents an important opportunity to apply the skills acquired during the course of study in the field and deal with real professional contexts.

The activity involves a variable commitment based on the number of ECTS included in the study plan: 100 hours for 4 ECTS, 150 hours for 6 ECTS or 200 hours for 8 ECTS.

Thanks to collaboration with national and international companies, organizations and institutions, students have the opportunity to develop operational skills, deepen their professional interests and guide their career path.

The internship also promotes direct contact with the world of work and helps to consolidate the professional profile through concrete experiences in international contexts.

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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Learning outcomes

At the end of the programme, graduates in Lingue, letterature e culture straniere acquire advanced skills that integrate linguistic, cultural and professional dimensions.

Advanced multilingual skills

Mastery of multiple foreign languages in different contexts, with effective management of linguistic registers in academic and professional settings

Analysis and interpretation of texts

Comprehension, analysis and reworking of literary, non-fiction and specialist texts in an intercultural key

Translation and linguistic revision

Translation and revision of literary, technical and specialized texts with attention to style, terminology and cultural context

Specialist languages and terminology

Use of specialized languages and terminology tools in the main professional fields

Critical analysis and cultural competence

Interpretation of cultural, social and linguistic phenomena through a critical and conscious approach

Language technologies and digital tools

Conscious use of digital tools and artificial intelligence in the production and analysis of texts

The programme trains profiles capable of operating in complex linguistic and cultural contexts, with advanced skills that can be used in the international, professional and academic fields.

Career prospects

The graduate degree programme in Lingue, letterature e culture straniere prepares students for a variety of professional opportunities in contexts where linguistic, cultural and communicative skills represent a strategic value.

Main professional areas

Graduates find employment in contexts such as:

Language Services and International Communication in Companies and Organizations
Publishing and cultural production, including museums, theatres and the cultural sector
Public institutions and private organizations with communication and international relations functions
Language training and teaching according to the qualifying paths provided for by current legislation
Translation and linguistic revision in specialist and professional fields

Professional activities and operational functions

Translation and revision of literary, technical and specialized texts

Production and management of multilingual content

Analysis and interpretation of cultural texts and phenomena

Institutional and intercultural communication

Planning and management of educational and linguistic activities

Course

Career opportunities for the Faculty: 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)

Our Alumni

After graduating, graduates find employment in national and multinational companies in the fields of communication, language services and international relations.
The linguistic and intercultural skills acquired allow the insertion in heterogeneous professional contexts, even at an international level, such as Deloitte, Il Giornale, Prada Group and Messe Frankfurt Italia.

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Continuing your studies

The graduate degree programme in Lingue, letterature e culture straniere offers advanced preparation that allows students to continue their career both in the academic field and in higher professional training courses.

Graduates have access to:

PhDs: Programs in Linguistics, Literatures, Translation Studies, Cultural Studies and Communication
Master's degree and advanced training: specialisation in specialist translation, language teaching, intercultural communication, publishing and media
Language teaching pathways: qualifying training according to current legislation and curricular requirements

The interdisciplinary training of the course also allows students to continue their studies in related fields, enhancing linguistic, cultural and analytical skills in national and international contexts.

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