Temple University Rome Programs: A Gateway to Global Education

Temple University Rome offers a diverse range of programs, from undergraduate degrees to study abroad opportunities, providing students with an immersive educational experience in the heart of Italy. With a focus on experiential learning and cultural immersion, Temple Rome aims to cultivate global citizens equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive in an interconnected world.

Bachelor's Degree Programs

Temple University Rome's Bachelor's Degree Program offers students a unique opportunity to complete their undergraduate studies at Temple's campus in Rome, Italy. This is a full-time program with a minimum of 12 credits per semester. Upon fulfilling their Bachelor's Degree requirements, students graduate with an American undergraduate degree from a top-tier, globally recognized university, while exposing themselves to an international mindset that is highly sought-after in the professional world.

Diverse Fields of Study

Students can choose from over 12 degree programs, encompassing topics ranging from Business to Global Studies to Cybersecurity. The available majors include:

Art: Focusing on visual art practice within a liberal arts context, with courses in design, drawing, painting, three-dimensional design, printmaking, digital photography, digital imaging, Internet imaging, moving images, motion graphics, media arts, and art history.
Asian Studies: An interdisciplinary approach to understanding the Asia-Pacific region, allowing students to specialize in areas like international relations, religion, literature, or history.
Communication Studies: Embracing disciplines from Temple’s Klein College of Media and Communication, including media studies, production, advertising, journalism, and rhetoric.
Computer Science: Providing a broad education in traditional computer science concepts, including algorithms, software engineering, computer architecture, programming languages, data structures, operating systems, networks, artificial intelligence, and image processing.
Economics: Supplying fundamental tools of analysis for all social science subjects, addressing issues such as economic development, wealth creation, economic policies, and financial theory.
General Studies: Enabling students to design an interdisciplinary major in the humanities or social sciences, focusing on themes like environmental and population control, human rights, or moral and ethical responsibilities.
International Affairs: An interdisciplinary subject covering political science, geography, economics, and history, exploring international cooperation, conflict, poverty, and development.
International Business Studies: Equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and language abilities to work effectively in a multilingual and multicultural business environment.
Political Science: Analyzing political systems, political theory, and international relations.
Psychological Studies: Providing a broad understanding of psychology as the science of human behavior, focusing on cross-cultural and Asian issues.
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Experiential Learning in Rome

Located adjacent to the Spanish Steps in Rome's historic city center, the Rome campus provides a unique setting for academic exploration. Students have the opportunity to:

Participate in class excursions around Rome, Italy, and Europe.
Immerse themselves in a new culture and language.
Engage in weekly student activities to connect with local Italian students.
Access 24/7 support from dedicated staff.
Utilize the Academic Support Center for guidance on class assignments.
Gain firsthand knowledge of contemporary political, economic, and social issues.
Enjoy easy and affordable access to the rest of Italy and Europe.
Develop a well-rounded perspective and become a true global citizen.

Adult Study Abroad Program (ASA)

Temple Rome's Adult Study Abroad (ASA) Program offers a unique opportunity for adults to immerse themselves in Italian culture and history while earning college credit. The program includes a base program with required courses and the option to choose a Primary Focus course for a more specialized learning experience.

Base Program Courses

The base program is included in the program fee and is taken by all ASA participants. It consists of the following courses:

Italian Language & Culture: This course focuses on everyday vocabulary and phrases, with "Italian Tutors" providing conversational practice. Weekly Cultural Labs offer real-world application of language skills and cultural insights.
Italian Film Seminar: This seminar explores Italian society through cinema, discussing topics such as fascism, family dynamics, gender roles, political instability, rural poverty, organized crime, and immigration.

In addition to the base program courses, each ASA participant must choose one primary “study track” each semester which consists of their primary subject course. Each primary subject course meets twice per week at archaeological, cultural and historical sites throughout the city of Rome. The following study tracks / primary subject courses are offered :

Roma Antica: (Updated description coming soon!)
Roma Città d'Arte: (Updated description coming soon!)
Roma Moderna: Participants explore sites relevant to the contemporary history and character of Rome, from the Risorgimento to Postwar Italy. The course analyzes these sites through the lenses of History, Architecture & Urban Development, Political Science, and Anthropology.

Elective Courses

ASA participants can also choose from a variety of elective courses for an additional fee. These courses typically meet once per week off campus and offerings may vary from one semester to the next. Some popular electives include:

Artists & Artisans: This course explores the rich tradition of handmade crafts in Rome, examining the historical context and visiting local artisans to observe their techniques.
Multicultural Rome: This course examines the impact of migration on urban development, exploring hidden monuments and urban spaces to understand social bonds, belonging, and identity.
Architecture of Modern Rome: This course explores the architecture of Rome beyond the historical center, examining housing and urban design strategies from the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. The course involves neighborhood walks, building interior tours, and sketching or photography.
Travel Writing: (Updated description coming soon!)
Studio Art(s): (Updated description coming soon!)

Italian Language Studies

Temple Rome strongly encourages all students to study Italian language, offering courses for all levels from beginner to advanced.

Italian 1001: Required for fall and spring semester students with no prior college-level Italian. Students may choose between Italian 1001 or the Beginner Italian Combined courses (1001 and 1002 in one semester for 8 credits).
Italian Language and Literature Courses: Available at various levels.

Learning Italian enhances students' understanding of the culture and their ability to connect with locals. Courses completed at Temple Rome can be applied toward an Italian major, minor, or certificate program at Temple University.

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Experiential Learning Philosophy

Temple Rome's educational philosophy centers on experiential, on-site learning, utilizing Rome, Italy, and Europe as its classroom, laboratory, and studio. This approach enhances learning across various disciplines through site visits, excursions, guest speakers, and hands-on engagement with contemporary issues.

Study Abroad Opportunities

After their first year at Temple University Rome, students can explore study abroad opportunities in over 80 countries with the help of Temple University's Education Abroad Office. This allows students to expand their global perspective and gain a personal and professional advantage.

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