Romance Studies
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Romance Studies
The Bachelor’s program in Romance Studies provides access to the language, literature, and culture of Italy, France, and the French-speaking regions of Africa and Canada. You acquire solid language skills, analyze the languages, dialects, cultural practices, and literatures of these countries, and engage with current social developments. Numerous exchange programs allow you to gain your own international experience. A wide range of career opportunities are open to graduates – from education and culture to media, business, and international cooperation.
Good to know
- A unique study program structure: At the University of Stuttgart, the BA in Romance Studies allows you to study both French and Italian, with a strong focus on comparing languages and cultures.
- Intercultural skills: You gain solid knowledge for the European job market through the combination of two Romance languages.
- Diverse content: The program combines language practice with literature, cultural studies, and linguistics – from literary history to language theory.
- Current topics: You also engage with new media and societal challenges, for example through artificial intelligence.
- Individual focus: You can shape your studies flexibly with elective concentrations – French, Italian, or comparative.
- Buddy or mentoring program: The International Office offers two support programs to international students who are about to start their studies at the University of Stuttgart. Click here to find out more!
- Learning German: Find out how to learn German before and during your studies and read our tips on fun ways to practice. Click here to find out more!
- Student Counseling Center (ZSB): The ZSB provides you with information and advice to help you choose the right study program, supports you in starting your studies and helps you to succeed. Click here to find out more!
- Advice and assistance: Finding the right contact person is not always easy. Click here to find the responsible persons for various issues.
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Humanities preparatory course: Seminar courses, crash courses, and short courses accompany you as you begin your studies and throughout the first three semesters. They reinforce essential fundamentals in a clear, concise, and practical way. Find out more! [de]
- Even before starting your studies, you can get a glimpse of student life by doing an internship (BOGY). Learn more! [de]
Do you want to study abroad for a semester? During your Bachelor's study program, you have many options to gain international experience. Exchange programs, partner universities and scholarships make it easier to go abroad. Find out more about your options!

Accreditation
The quality of this degree program has been certified.
Contact
Beatrice-Barbara Hujjon
Dr.Program Manager of Romance Linguistics