Master’s Degree in Comparative Languages and Literatures

The Master's Degree in Comparative Languages and Literatures is offered by the University of Catania, Department of Humanities. The programme is organised into three curricula: Linguistic, Comparative-Literary and Euro-Mediterranean. Teaching includes lectures, seminars and multimedia laboratories, as well as internships. The pathway is aimed at those who wish to deepen and update their skills, with a structure that links theoretical reflection to concrete applications in the relevant professional context.

The course lasts two years, full-time and in person in Catania. The language of instruction is Italian, with two compulsory foreign languages. Internships and international mobility programmes are provided.

The aim is to provide historical and cultural knowledge, literary theories, critical methodologies and transferable skills useful in school and international settings. Career opportunities include secondary teaching, publishing, journalism, international cooperation and multimedia communication. Upon completion, those who successfully finish the pathway obtain the qualification provided and can use the skills acquired in their own professional field or in further study. Concrete prospects nevertheless depend on each participant's starting profile and experience. Those who work should carefully assess the commitment required, in terms of weekly hours and attendance, to understand whether the programme is compatible with other professional or personal commitments.