This Bachelor of Arts (Honours) program provides a combined study of Italian language, literature, and culture, alongside the history, archaeology, and culture of ancient Egypt. Students will gain expertise in areas such as Italian linguistics, literature, history, and film, as well as ancient Egyptian history, hieroglyphics, and archaeological methods. The program includes a year abroad for Italian language immersion and cultural experience. The program emphasizes the development of language proficiency, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of both Italian and ancient Egyptian heritage, preparing students for careers in cultural heritage, research, and related fields.

(Career options are highly dependent on chosen specializations, further study, and experience. Potential paths include but are not limited to:) Roles in: Museum Curator, Archivist, Cultural Heritage Manager, Teacher/Lecturer (Italian/Egyptology), Translator/Interpreter (Italian), Researcher (Italian/Egyptology), Tourism Officer (Italian/Egyptology Focus), Writer/Editor (Cultural Heritage), Language Specialist, Research Assistant (Italian/Egyptology Studies), (Potentially roles in related cultural institutions, academic institutions, and tourism organizations)

- Member of the UK's prestigious Russell Group
- One of the six original red brick universities
- Offers research-intensive learning and excellent graduate prospects.
- Includes a year abroad for Italian language immersion and cultural experience.
- Taught within the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film, School of Histories, Languages and Cultures, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.