International Relations - Italian Studies Adelaide University

Overview

The International Relations - Italian Studies course from Adelaide University designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of world affairs and the skills to succeed in today’s globalised environment.   

Core courses will introduce you to topics relating to international relations, international security, global governance, comparative politics, geopolitics and international development. You’ll also develop your critical and analytical thinking and extend your research and writing skills in at least two languages, English and Italian – preparing you for careers in diplomacy, international organisations, NGOs and the private sector.  

Explore Australia’s foreign and security policies and the critical debates that shape them. Gain a broad understanding of global politics and the effects of globalisation. Discover how countries and organisations respond to humanitarian and environmental issues, and how this influences international development.  

With a major in Italian Studies, you’ll immerse yourself in one of the world’s most politically and culturally influential nations. From the Renaissance to modern fashion, technology, engineering and design, Italy’s cultural, artistic and historical legacy is unparalleled.  

Career opportunities:

As a Bachelor of International Relations graduate majoring in Italian Studies, you’ll be qualified for a range of careers in multilingual contexts. You could represent your country as a diplomatic officer within a foreign embassy or consulate. Or you might help Australian businesses navigate Italian markets and legal frameworks as an international business consultant. You might work at the United Nations as an interpreter, translating during important international negotiations or conferences.  

Other career paths may include: 

• Diplomat 
• Interpreter/translator 
• Market research analyst 
• NGO policy officer  
• Community development officer 
• Community outreach worker 
• Policy developer 
• Cultural heritage officer 
• UN human rights officer 
• Journalist 
• Ministerial adviser 
• Foreign correspondent.