Romanistik - Schwerpunkt Italienisch

From the evaluated documents we could not derive a semester plan that matches the programme’s duration and ECTS – so the modules are listed without semesters. The university’s study plan is authoritative.

• Required modules9 modules

  • Primary Module Italian LiteratureSummary by OWWZ: Italian literary history and genres introduce textual analysis. Introductory and advanced seminars develop methods, interpretation and presentation of independent academic work.Semesters 2–3 · summer semester onlyExam (in German): Seminarbegleitende Leistungen (40 %) und Hausarbeit, 10 Seiten (60 %)10 ECTS
  • Primary Module Italian LinguisticsSummary by OWWZ: An introduction to linguistic disciplines, methods and Italian language history is developed through selected topics. Independent work trains academic analysis and presentation.Semesters 2–3 · winter semester onlyExam (in German): Seminarbegleitende Leistungen (40 %) und Hausarbeit, 10 Seiten (60 %)10 ECTS
  • Italian Cultural Studies Level A2Summary by OWWZ: A seminar and thematic exercise explore Italian history and contemporary life, combining cultural and historical knowledge with intercultural skills.Semesters 2–5 · summer semester onlyExam (in German): Zwei Klausuren (je 50 %)10 ECTS
  • Specific Key QualificationsSummary by OWWZ: An additional Romance language is combined with cross-disciplinary Romance studies. Language comparison, academic methods and media skills support research, writing and presentation of independent findings.Semesters 3–4Exam (in German): Mündliche oder schriftliche Sprachkursleistung und Referat oder vergleichbare mündliche Leistung (unbenotet)10 ECTS
  • Secondary Module Italian LiteratureSummary by OWWZ: Selected periods, genres and authors deepen knowledge of literary history. Literary texts are contextualised, analysed and interpreted in independent academic work.Semesters 4–5Exam (in German): Klausur (30 %) und Hausarbeit, 15 Seiten (70 %)10 ECTS
  • Secondary Module Italian LinguisticsSummary by OWWZ: A lecture and seminar explore selected areas of Italian linguistics. Students investigate linguistic questions and strengthen independent research and presentation skills.Semesters 4–5Exam (in German): Klausur (30 %) und Hausarbeit, 15 Seiten (70 %)10 ECTS
  • Practical ModuleSummary by OWWZ: An internship or qualifying stay abroad explores career fields and develops self-organisation, communication and intercultural skills. A portfolio reflects on the experience.10 ECTS
  • Language Practice Italian: Level B2Summary by OWWZ: Analysis and discussion of authentic texts, presentations and writing develop style and rhetoric, advancing Italian language skills to CEFR B2.Semesters 5–6 · winter semester onlyExam (in German): Klausur in Corso di perfezionamento livello B2.2 (100 %)5 ECTS
  • Bachelor thesisSummary by OWWZ: An independent investigation of a linguistic or literary question combines scholarly methods with a clear analysis, interpretation and written presentation of findings.Thesis10 ECTS
• Required elective from Sprachpraxis Italienischchoose 25 ECTS · 9 modules

  • Language Practice Italian: Level A1Summary by OWWZ: Basic vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar are developed through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice, leading to CEFR A1 Italian.winter semester onlyExam (in German): Klausur in Corso di base II (100 %)5 ECTSRequired elective
  • Language Practice Italian: Level A2Summary by OWWZ: Listening, speaking, reading and writing are extended for everyday and university settings. Grammar, vocabulary and culturally appropriate usage lead to CEFR A2.summer semester onlyExam (in German): Klausur in Corso intermedio II (100 %)5 ECTSRequired elective
  • Language Practice Italian: Level B1Summary by OWWZ: Advanced practice consolidates listening, speaking, reading and writing. Vocabulary and grammar expand to CEFR B1 for everyday and university contexts.Semesters 3–4 · winter semester onlyExam (in German): Klausur in Corso avanzato livello B1.2 (100 %)5 ECTSRequired elective
  • Language Practice Italian: Level C1Summary by OWWZ: Grammar, syntax, vocabulary and style are refined. Demanding texts and complex topics develop fluent, flexible and nuanced communication at CEFR C1.winter semester onlyExam (in German): Klausur in Corso superiore Livello C1.2 (100 %)5 ECTSRequired elective
  • Language Practice Italian: Listening and Speaking Level B1Summary by OWWZ: Listening texts, conversation and presentations develop pronunciation, listening strategies and spoken expression. Italian literary adaptations add cultural perspectives.Exam (in German): Klausur oder mündliche Prüfung in Fonetica, ascolto e conversazione (100 %)5 ECTSRequired elective
  • Language Practice Italian: TheatreSummary by OWWZ: Improvisation and the preparation and performance of an Italian-language play expand expressive language skills.Exam (in German): Mündliche Präsentation (unbenotet)5 ECTSRequired elective
  • Language Practice Italian: Text Production Level A2Summary by OWWZ: Writing practice develops stylistically appropriate Italian texts. Additional practice covers reading strategies and textual analysis or specialised communication in Italian professional contexts.Exam (in German): Klausur in Scrittura testi (100 %)5 ECTSRequired elective
  • Language Practice Italian: Translation 1 Level B1Summary by OWWZ: Italian texts are translated into German. Grammar, vocabulary, translation strategies and dictionary skills are combined with practice in reading different text types.Semesters 3–4Exam (in German): Klausur in Traduzione Italiano – Tedesco (100 %)5 ECTSRequired elective
  • Language Practice Italian: Translation 2 Level B2Summary by OWWZ: German texts are translated into Italian. Contrastive grammar addresses difficulties with tense, mood and syntax, while targeted practice extends translation strategies and vocabulary.Semesters 5–6Exam (in German): Klausur in Traduzione Tedesco – Italiano (100 %)5 ECTSRequired elective

Topic profile

ECTS by topic from the curriculum’s modules; together at most the programme’s ECTS.RequiredElective

• Romance languages and literatures44 ECTS: 33 required, 11 elective44 ECTS
• Foreign languages (practice)18 ECTS: 8 required, 10 elective18 ECTS
• Linguistics11 ECTS: 10 required, 1 elective11 ECTS
• Literary studies10 ECTS: 10 required10 ECTS
• Cultural studies5 ECTS: 5 required5 ECTS
• Translation and interpreting2 ECTS: 0 required, 2 elective2 ECTS

Curriculum sources

• Modulkatalog zum Studiengang – Romanistik - Schwerpunkt ItalienischModule handbook · Version PO-Version 2017; Stand (Druck) 11.09.2025 · checked 15 October 2026
• Musterstudienplan – Romanistik - Schwerpunkt ItalienischStudy plan · checked 15 October 2026
• Studienordnung für das Fach Romanistik (Französisch) mit dem Abschluss Magistra Artium/Magister Artium (M.A.) an der Friedrich-Schiller-Universität JenaStudy regulations · Version Sonderdruck Nr. 2/2002; Fakultätsbeschluss 22. Juli 1999; Senatszustimmung 10. Juli 2001 · checked 17 October 2026