Linguistic, Literary and Translation Studies

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The following members participate in the Council with voting rights: tenured professors; fixed-term and permanent researchers; student representatives.

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- The Academic Office of the SEAI Department: segreteriadidattica.seai@uniroma1.it
- The Administrative Office of the Faculty of Arts and Philosophy: segrstudenti.filesuso@uniroma1.it

Degree Program in Linguistic, Literary and Translation Studies
Class: LM-37
Effective date of the Regulations: academic year 2025-2026
Date of approval of the Regulations: 28/04/2025
Responsible teaching body: Department of European, American and Intercultural Studies.
GENERAL REGULATIONS FOR THE BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAM IN LINGUISTIC, LITERARY AND TRANSLATION STUDIES
Class LM-37
Art. 1
Educational objectives of the program and expected learning outcomes
1.1 Specific educational objectives of the program and description of the educational path
The course aims to provide advanced training in a linguistic, literary and cultural area of Europe and the Americas, accompanied by written and oral proficiency in a first language and a good knowledge and consolidation of a second language, with a view to specialization in three qualifying areas: philological-hermeneutic, literary, metalinguistic and intercultural research; literary and/or sectoral translation; teaching.
The program is complemented by a range of methodological disciplines that include specific teaching methods for each language, comparative literature, philological disciplines related to the languages studied, literary and translation theory, Italian literature, and offers students numerous opportunities for historical and cultural study.
Graduates must demonstrate: a solid linguistic and metalinguistic preparation in the two chosen foreign languages; the ability to contextualize and analyse literary texts on a formal level; the ability to argue a thesis; an in-depth, historically grounded knowledge of the culture and society related to the languages studied; a methodologically grounded knowledge of the major linguistic, historical-literary, theoretical-literary, intercultural, interlinguistic and translation issues.
The expected duration is two years. To obtain the degree, students must have acquired 120 credits (CFU).
1.2 Expected learning outcomes expressed through the European Qualifications Framework. Knowledge and understanding
Students are expected to demonstrate:
– knowledge and understanding that extend and/or reinforce those typically associated with the three-year cycle and enable them to develop and/or apply original ideas in a research context that requires the acquisition and conscious use of a methodology;
– the ability to apply their knowledge to new or unfamiliar issues in broader (or interdisciplinary) contexts related to their field of study;
– the ability to integrate knowledge and formulate judgements based on limited or incomplete information, including reflection on the social and ethical responsibilities associated with the application of knowledge and the formulation of judgements;
– the ability to communicate their conclusions clearly and unambiguously, as well as the knowledge and methods underlying them, to specialist and non-specialist audiences;
– a learning ability that allows them to continue studying mostly in a self-directed or independent manner.
Art. 2
Training activities
2.1 Description of the curriculum and training activities
The degree program is structured as a single curriculum. The curriculum includes the study of two European languages to the level of CEFR C2, as well as in-depth knowledge of the relevant cultural heritage and the tools of understanding and analysis that they require (texts and their semiotic mechanisms, literary history, social history, history of ideas).
The curriculum is defined in the degree program prospectus, available on the program website. It is divided into twelve exams: six in the core subjects (Foreign Languages, Cultures and Literatures, tot. 48 CFU), two in methodological subjects (12 CFU), one in subjects belonging to the area of Italian studies (6 CFU), one in advanced subjects (6 CFU), two in a subject of your choice (12 CFU), and one in related subjects (6 CFU). In addition to these, there are internships and other training activities (6 credits) and the final exam (18 credits). The total credits awarded for the study of foreign languages also include exercises with language experts (CEL) as indicated in the course programs.
For the structure of the courses, the specific learning objectives of the courses, the corresponding credits and the hours of classroom teaching for each course, please refer to the Course Catalogue published annually on the Degree Program page.
All courses follow a conventional teaching method (classroom teaching).
2.2 Internships and other training activities
Students must earn 6 CFU credits through Internships and Other Educational Activities, according to the procedures defined here and the corresponding Table.
The date of the activities must be after the date of enrolment. The activities may be carried out throughout the two-year period or during the period in which the student is enrolled in the program.
Credits are recorded at the end of the course.
Credits are recorded on the dates set by the lecturers, for which students must register via Infostud. If the documentation meets the requirements, credits will be recorded immediately. In case of doubt, further documentation or clarification may be requested through the tutors.
Types of internships and other training activities recognized by the course:
Certificates of attendance for foreign language courses/internships other than those chosen in the Study Plan. The validity of the certificate is verified by the teachers of the language to which the certificate refers, upon request of the teachers responsible for supervising the other educational activities. 2 CFU for 60 hours, up to a maximum of 4 CFU.
Language diplomas accredited in a language other than those chosen in the Study Plan. The validity of the diploma is verified by the teachers of the language to which the certificate refers, upon request by the teachers responsible for supervising the other educational activities. Up to a maximum of 4 CFU
Conferences (with certificate from the organizer) with report According to the certified duration of the conference (up to a maximum of 2 CFU).
Seminars, workshops, internships, or study and in-depth activities, with certificate of participation According to the certified duration of the activities: 1 credit for every 4/5 meetings, 2 credits for every 8/10 meetings.
Single conferences recommended by the Study Program as valid for Other Educational Activities, with certificate of participation. 1 credit for every 5 conferences; 2 credits for every 10 conferences.
European Computer Driving Licence – ECDL 2 credits
Advanced Computer Science (structured programming) 3 credits
Sapienza collaboration grants (Secretariats, Libraries, Tutoring, etc.) According to the certified duration of the grant (up to 6 credits)
Internal tutoring within the course Up to a maximum of 4 credits
Erasmus grant 4 CFU for the annual grant – 2 CFU for the semester grant
Certified activities carried out abroad related to the subjects of study According to the certification obtained, 1 CFU for every 10 hours
Internship by agreement As established by the Agreement, normally 6 CFU for 150 hours of work.
Work or voluntary activities relevant to studies 1 ECTS credit for every 25 hours, up to a maximum of 6 ECTS credits
Literary or technical-scientific translation activities, certified by lecturers and not included in the study programs 1 ECTS credit for every 10 pages (max 4 ECTS credits)
Theoretical and critical reading program supervised and certified by a lecturer 3 ECTS credits.
Other activities and/or internships may be proposed by students to the Course Director and will be recognized if relevant to the degree program.
2.3 Prerequisites for scientific-disciplinary sectors (SSD) and deadlines for courses.
Some exams are prerequisites for others: certain exams must be taken before others. The second year of any course cannot be taken before the first year. CFUs obtained without complying with the prerequisites will be cancelled.
With specific reference to the SSD “Language and Translation”, the following should be noted:
- the teaching of “Language and Translation” for each year consists of: modules (lectures given by the teachers responsible for the course); exercises (held by Collaborators and Language Experts, CEL); activities carried out in the language laboratory and in text analysis and translation laboratories;
- the set consisting of modules (lectures), lasting one semester or one year, practical exercises, lasting one year, and activities in and of the laboratory, must precede the exam: therefore, the first session available for language exams is the summer session, i.e. the one normally referred to as the “second session”; ongoing assessment tests may also be scheduled for each of the activities;
- Language teachers' exams are supplemented by CEL tests. The tests are not graded on a scale of 30, and it is up to the teacher to give the final exam grade, taking into account the results of the CEL tests;
- Tests relating to CEL exercises are valid for a number of sessions to be decided by the various language sections, and in any case for no less than one academic year. The various sections are required to announce the period of validity of the tests, as well as any specific rules.
2.4 Foreign languages offered
The languages offered in the Degree Course in Linguistic, Literary and Translation Studies are: Albanian, Czech and Slovak, French, English, Dutch, Modern Greek, Portuguese and Brazilian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, German, Nordic languages, Hungarian, Ukrainian, Slovenian and South Slavic.
Other foreign languages may be added to the program upon approval by the Degree Program Board, without amending the Regulations. Languages currently offered may also be removed, with the authorization of the Board, in the event of a lack of permanent teaching staff or for other educational reasons, without amending the Regulations.
Art. 3
Rules for the submission of study plans
Students enrolled in the first year must complete their Study Plan via the Infostud system by the date indicated by the Course, in accordance with the rules set out above.
The study plan, which is approved by the teachers appointed by the Course Council, represents the university curriculum that the student intends to follow in order to obtain their degree.
Any changes to the study plan may be made during the periods indicated by the Faculty each year.
Failure to submit and obtain approval of the Study Plan will result in the inability to take exams.
Art. 4
Admission
Students with a first-level degree are admitted to the Master's Degree Course provided they have obtained 90 CFU in the following scientific-disciplinary sectors: from L-ART/01 to L-ART/08; from L-FIL-LET/07 to L-FIL-LET/15; from L-LIN/01 to L-LIN/21; from L-OR/07 to L-OR/10; L-OR/12; L-OR/13; L-OR/15; from L-OR/20 to L-OR/23; M-DEA/01; M-GGR/01; M-GGR/02; from M-FIL/01 to M-FIL/07; from M-PED/01 to M-PED/04; M-PSI/01; M-PSI/04; M-PSI/05; from M-STO/01 to M-STO/08; from SPS/05 to SPS/10; of the 90 CFU credits mentioned above, at least 72 must be in the scientific-disciplinary sectors from LLIN/03 to L-LIN/21, L-OR/12 and L-OR/21 (limited to languages, literature, translation/mediation, sectoral languages [excluding philology]); at least 24 or three years in both languages of study; at least 6 or one year in both literatures of study. Graduates under the old system who have passed 5 exams in foreign language and literature and 2 exams in literary or linguistic-philological disciplines are also eligible. In addition to the curricular requirements, in order to be admitted to the program, students must have adequate personal preparation, verified by the achievement of a minimum grade in their bachelor's degree. The minimum grade for admission to the program will be indicated each year in the call for applications published on the University website.
Art. 5
Transfers from other degree programs and transferable credits
The technical procedures for any transfer from other degree programs are governed by the University's study programme for the current academic year.
With regard to the transfer of students from another degree program or faculty, the Degree Program in Linguistic, Literary and Translation Studies ensures that as many credits as possible already earned by the student are recognized. Credits (CFU) may be recognized if they have been obtained in the same Scientific Sector (SSD) or, where applicable, in SSDs that can be considered equivalent in terms of the educational path.
In particular, for transfers to the second year, students must have passed at least 48 CFU in the exams required for the Degree Course in Linguistic, Literary and Translation Studies.
If the transfer is made between degree programs belonging to the same class, the number of credits relating to the same scientific-disciplinary sector directly recognized to the student cannot be less than 50% of those already earned. If the previous degree program was completed through distance learning, the minimum quota of 50% is recognized only if the previous degree program is accredited in accordance with the ministerial regulation referred to in Article 2, paragraph 148, of Decree-Law No. 262 of 3 October 2006, converted by Law No. 286 of 24 November 2006.
In the case of transfer from a foreign university, the course council, after a preliminary assessment by the President, shall assess which SSDs and how many credits can be recognized.
The degree program may recognize CFUs for experience and skills gained in work and professional activities. These credits shall count towards the 6 CFUs relating to Other Educational Activities.
Art. 6
Enrolment in the course as a second qualification
For the purposes of shortening the duration of the course, if there are exams in the same SSD and with the same number of credits, students with no fewer than 48 credits may be enrolled in the second year and must indicate their chosen course of study.
Credits earned by graduates from other classes may be recognised, ensuring that as many credits as possible are recognized, including, if necessary, through interviews to verify the knowledge actually possessed.
Art. 7
Teaching support
7.1 Subject experts
The course may be taught with the collaboration of subject experts. The title of subject expert is awarded by the board on the recommendation of the course lecturers and is valid for two years.
The title is open to PhD graduates and PhD students in their second and third years. Independent scholars who have published at least one essay (article or book chapter) in the relevant discipline are also eligible.
CELs may supervise theses as co-supervisors following their appointment as subject experts.
7.2 Tutoring
The Degree Course guarantees its students a tutoring service. This service, which is organized annually by the Degree Course Council, makes use of specially appointed lecturers and tutors, whose names are published each year on the website and on the Degree Course notice board. The aim of the service is to provide advice on the development of study plans; in particular, tutors must approve study plans; promote student participation in national and international exchange or mobility programs; provide cultural and professional guidance to students, informing them about training opportunities offered by both the university and public and private bodies; direct students to appropriate support structures to overcome any difficulties or situations of psychological distress.
Art. 8
The final exam
8.1 Nature of the final exam
In order to be admitted to the discussion of the final exam, which leads to the acquisition of 18 credits, students must have obtained 96 CFU credits. The final exam consists of the preparation and discussion, before a special committee, of a thesis agreed upon with a supervisor. It shall consist of an original work in Italian or in the language of specialization, accompanied by a critical apparatus and bibliographical notes; it must demonstrate the candidate's independent judgement and ability to use the methodologies learned during the course in the fields of metalinguistic, historical-literary, philological and intercultural research. The lecturers of both languages and literatures may be chosen as supervisors or co-supervisors; however, they must always be co-supervisors if the student wishes to graduate in other fields, and the thesis topic must be related to one of the two languages and cultures of specialization. If the student graduates in a discipline other than language and literature A, explicit authorisation from a lecturer in that discipline is required.
All information regarding the procedures and deadlines for submitting applications can be found on the Faculty of Arts and Philosophy website.
8.2 Final examination procedure
The thesis will be discussed in public on the dates indicated by the degree programme at least ten days before the examination. For organizational reasons, the degree examination will take place in front of the Committees in public, i.e. at a place, date, time and in a manner announced in advance and in the presence of other students, but with limited attendance by external members of the public (friends or family).
The committees are composed of the supervisors and co-supervisors and may be supplemented by other lecturers. The minimum number of members is seven. An integral part of the discussion of the final thesis will be the presentation of the topic in the foreign language of specialization or in the second foreign language if the thesis is discussed in that context.
The assessment of the presentation in the foreign language will contribute to the final mark.
At the end of each candidate's discussion, the Commission will meet to decide on the degree mark and then proceed to the formal award of the degree and mark by proclamation.
Based on the average mark obtained by the student in the exams, the Commission awards a maximum total score of 7 points for the thesis and the discussion.
Art. 9
Bodies and offices of the degree program
In accordance with the SUA-AVA documents, the bodies and offices of the degree programme are as follows. On the proposal of the president, the board may establish new peripheral bodies to meet the needs of the course and the requests of the university, the faculty and the ministry.
1) The Course Council. The Course Council is composed of all the lecturers who teach the basic and core subjects of the course, and in particular the Reference Lecturers indicated in the SUA-AVA Form. The Degree Course Council includes two student representatives and the Course Teaching Coordinator as representative of the TAB staff. The Degree Course Council is convened by the Course President whenever deemed necessary and expresses binding opinions on all matters concerning the teaching activities of the Course, elects the Course President and appoints committees and officers.
2) The President. The President of the Degree Program is elected by the Degree Program Council from among the lecturers of the program for a three-year term, renewable only once, and is responsible for the management of the program in all its aspects: in particular, he/she approves transfers from other programs and/or other universities and study plans. He/she may also delegate other lecturers of the program to carry out these activities. He/she coordinates the activities of the tutors and organizses, in collaboration with the Teaching Coordinator, activities related to the educational offer, with particular reference to uploading to the GOMP system, according to the deadlines indicated by the University's Educational Offer Area.
3) The teaching coordinator. The teaching coordinator's tasks are as follows: support in the management of study programs: organization, program structure, teaching provided, review. Activities for students: orientation on entry and during the program, admission, transfers and changes, training programs, various types of certificates (programs, programs of excellence).
4) The program coordinator. The program coordinator is responsible for the following areas: updating pre-established study plans; periodic review; annual monitoring; assessment of incoming students' knowledge; logistical supervision and timetables.
5) The director of teaching activities. The director of teaching activities is responsible for the following areas: contact person for the language teaching committee; updating the SUA file; logistical supervision and timetables.
6) The Quality Committee. The Course Quality Committee is composed of at least two Course lecturers, one of whom is appointed as Chair, and two student representatives. It remains in office for three years and is responsible for drafting periodic review reports and assisting the Chair and Director in the annual updating of the SUA-AVA form. It presents the results of its activities to the Degree Course according to the deadlines indicated by the Faculty and University Quality Teams.
7) The Teaching Observatory, composed of a teacher and a student, acts as a “contact point” for the Faculty CPDS, but above all provides valuable support for its analysis, contributing direct experience, including through interaction with the student and teaching community of the degree program.
8) The Other Educational Activities Committee supervises requests for credit recognition for AAFs and examines and approves requests for the inclusion of specific activities within regularly recognized AAFs.
9) The Entrance Assessment Committee is responsible for administering and correcting the assessment of personal preparation.
10) The Academic Mobility Officer: appointed by the Degree Program Council, serves for a three-year term and coordinates all activities related to Erasmus mobility for students enrolled in the Degree Program.
11) Student representatives: The student representatives on the Degree Program Board, the Quality Committee and the Joint Committee are elected by the students enrolled on the program, remain in office for two years and coordinate their activities with the program tutors and the Chair. If they finish their studies before the end of their term, they automatically lose their position and are replaced by the first person who wasn't elected in the last valid election, or by new representatives elected in a new election called just for this. The election of student representatives shall take place through the announcement of elections at least one month before they are held, the submission of candidacies and the conduct of the election in accordance with the procedures published on the Course page.
Art. 10
Transitional and final provisions
The CdS declares that courses corresponding to at least 90 credits are taught by professors or researchers in the relevant scientific-disciplinary fields and tenured at the university, or tenured at other universities on the basis of specific agreements between the universities concerned. No tenured professor or researcher has been counted more than twice in total for courses taught at their own or other universities. To consult the list of teachers, please refer to the current year's program.
Art. 11
Aspects not covered by these regulations
For all aspects not covered by these regulations, please refer to the University Student Regulations, the University Teaching Regulations, the Charter of Student Rights and the General Study Manifesto of Sapienza University of Rome for the year in question.