Italian Politics and Society

Year
1

Academic year
2026-2027

Code
02050965

Subject Area
Culture and Literature

Language of Instruction
Portuguese

Mode of Delivery
Face-to-face

Duration
SEMESTRIAL

ECTS Credits
5.0

Type
Elective

Level
2nd Cycle Studies - Mestrado

Recommended Prerequisites

Teaching Methods

The classes will take place in the classroom. Expositive component, as well as analysis and discussion of texts and materials previously provided, some of which will be presented by the students.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students should have become familiar with the main Italian political, economic and social institutions; with the main challenges affecting the contemporary Italian political system, the Italian economy, and Italy-EU relations; and with some important contemporary Italian policy questions and ethical controversies. Through participation in seminars and essay writing, students will also improve their presentational, analytical and argumentative skills.

Work Placement(s)

Syllabus

The course aims to introduce students to the main features of the Italian political system and issues in Italian society.

Assessment Methods

Assessment
The assessment criteria is defined by the University of Pavia: 100.0%