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  • Total number of students: 75 
  • International students: 55 

“International” refers to students holding a non-Italian high school diploma. 

You will take classes over three years. Each subject includes ECTS credits (European Credit Transfer System).  

 

You can find full course syllabi on the university website by selecting the academic year, campus, and Faculty. 

First year

  • Advanced English for international relations - 9 ECTS
  • Economics - 12 ECTS
  • History of political institutions - 9 ECTS
  • Political science - 9 ECTS
  • Public law and governance - 9 ECTS
  • Quantitative methods for social sciences - 9 ECTS
  • Sociology - 9 ECTS
  • Theology*

Second year

  • Global contemporary history - 9 ECTS
  • Global ethics and restorative justice - 6 ECTS
  • History of political thought - 9 ECTS
  • International and European Union law - 9 ECTS
  • International economics - 9 ECTS
  • International relations - 9 ECTS
  • One foreign language among: French, Spanish, German, Arabic and Chinese - 6 ECTS
  • Theology*

Third year

  • Economic geography (6 ECTS)
  • Geo-politics and geo-history (6 ECTS)
  • Global economic policies and institutions (6 ECTS)
  • History of international relations (9 ECTS)
  • Politics in media (6 ECTS)  
  • Social psychology (6 ECTS)  
  • Elective courses (12 ECTS)* 
  • Final dissertation (6 ECTS)  
  • Theology*

*Elective courses are directly provided by the School of Political and Social Science and indirectly through agreements with the School of Economics and Business and the School of Psychology.

*Theology seminar

Theology courses are seminars in religious studies that explore religious and ethical topics from an academic and cultural viewpoint, promoting thoughtful discussion across diverse traditions.
This programme gives you strong skills in politics, history, economics, and communication. After graduation, you can work in many areas, both in your country and abroad. 

Possible career paths include: 

  • Government and international institutions: Roles in embassies, public agencies, or global organisations such as the United Nations or the European Union. 
  • Non-governmental organisations (NGOs): Jobs in project management, advocacy, or communications, helping with global development, human rights, or humanitarian aid. 
  • Journalism and media: Reporting on international news, writing policy analysis, or producing global content for TV, radio, or digital media. 
  • Human resources: Working in people management and team development, especially in global companies. 
  • Consulting and market research: Using your data and analysis skills to support companies with strategy, marketing, or political risk. 

 

 

  • Classes start: September 28, 2026 
  • The academic calendar for 2026/27 will be online in July (visit this page). 
  • A Welcome Event is usually held the week before classes begin. Details will be shared in early August
International students can join Italian language courses offered by SELDA (Servizio Linguistico d’Ateneo). These courses require a fee. 

 

To contact SELDA: 

  • Use the “Request for Information” form on the iCatt homepage