An academic year spent working abroad in a country in which Italian is spoken. One or more placements should make up a duration of 9 months. All training agreements must be approved by the Residence Abroad Convener. Documentary evidence of successful completion of the placement(s) is required for progression into Junior Honours.

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ITALIAN YEAR ABROAD ASSISTANTSHIP - ITALIAN2012, ITALIAN YEAR ABROAD STUDY - ITALIAN2013

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Spending an academic year working in a Italian-speaking country will

■ enable you to experience full immersion in the life and culture of the host country;

■ provide you with work experience that will enhance your C. V.;

■ help you to achieve a high degree of proficiency in spoken and written Italian;

■ enable you to develop an in-depth understanding of the culture and society of the host country, as well as an enhanced awareness of intercultural issues in preparation for the work of the Honours years;

■ develop your skills of independence and initiative within the framework of a working environment;

■ enhance the value of your overall degree programme in preparation for future employment or further study.

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ fulfil the learning outcomes on the training agreement(s).

Students must submit a completed Year Abroad Certificate of Work Placement.