(Phasing-out course)
This degree program, structured in a transdisciplinary manner and characterized by a high level of internationalization, is designed for an in-depth exploration of the theme of sustainability, articulated in its classic three dimensions of economic, environmental, and social sustainability, in accordance with the guiding principles developed by the United Nations (2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development).
The area of social sustainability is the subject of particular investigation, with the aim of providing a set of knowledge suitable to enable both the immediate independent exercise of multiple functions in institutional and third sector contexts, and the continuation of specialized training in the fields of development cooperation, the protection of human rights and environmental defense, diplomacy, and international relations.
The international and transdisciplinary perspective of this program enables students to learn about and understand the challenges of sustainability at the international, national, and local levels, through an in-depth study of its environmental, social, economic, and political aspects.
The network of institutions and partners directly involved in the program also offers enrolled students various opportunities for stays abroad and professional experiences in the international arena, through internships and traineeships.
The program is international even in its curriculum and offers students the possibility to attend many courses and workshops in English. The program offers employment opportunities in a wide range of professional fields, through an innovative educational model that combines training, research, practical experience, internationalization, and innovation.
Course Information
Study Plan for Students Enrolled in A.Y. 2023-2024
| SSD | Courses | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1st year | ||
| M-STO/04 | Contemporary History | 9 |
| IUS/13 | International Law | 9 |
| SPS/04 | Comparative Politics | 9 |
| SPS/06 | Elements of Global Politics | 6 |
| ICAR/02 | Disaster Risk Reduction | 6 |
| SECS-P/01 | Political Economy | 6 |
| SECS-s/05 | Social Statistics | 6 |
| An optional workshop from: Multilevel Protection of Fundamental Rights Computer Science | 3 | |
| English Language Lab | 3 | |
| Spanish Language Lab | 3 | |
| Total 1st year | 60 | |
| 2nd year | ||
| L-LIN/10 | English Literature and International Politics | 6 |
| ING-INF/05 | Web Security | 6 |
| L-LIN/07 | Spanish Language and Culture | 6 |
| M-FIL/06 | Philosophy of Sustainability | 6 |
| SECS-P/01 | Green and Circular Economy | 6 |
| IUS/21 IUS/01 | An optional exam from: Comparative Public Law Rights of the Person and Protection of Vulnerable Subjects | 9 |
| SPS/13 SECS-P/12 | An optional exam from: Africa and Globalization Economic History and Globalization | 9 |
| Elective educational activities* | 6 | |
| Two optional workshops from: International Security Studies (3 ECTS) Sociolinguistics of Migration (3 ECTS) Acquisition of Soft Skills (3 ECTS) | 6 | |
| Total 2nd year | 60 | |
| 3rd year | ||
| SPS/04 | International Relations | 6 |
| M-DEA/01 | Global Change and Human Resilience | 6 |
| IUS/13 | Climate Change and International Protection | 6 |
| M-GGR/01 | Digital Geography | 6 |
SPS/01 SPS/07 | An exam between: Democracy and Social Rights (customized/individual study plan) Sociology of Migrations (institutional study plan) | 6 |
| Elective educational activities* | 9 | |
| Up to three workshops among**: Geopolitical Scenarios in Simulation (3 ECTS) Academic Writing (3 ECTS) Sociolinguistics of Migration (3 ECTS) | 3 /9 | |
| Internship** | 6/12 | |
| Final Exam | 6 | |
| Total 3rd year | 60 |
* Elective educational activities are autonomously chosen by the student from all courses and workshops activated by the University in first-level degrees.
** The total between 3rd-year workshops and internship must be 15 ECTS, so the student has two options: 3 ECTS workshop + 12 ECTS internship, or 9 ECTS workshops + 6 ECTS internship.
Students can check in their study plans which courses are compulsory, optional, or elective.
First semester
Climate change and international protection - Prof. Ottavio Quirico
Democracy and social rights -Prof. Alessandro Simoncini
Workshop: EU law and diplomacy for sustainability -Prof. Maura Marchegiani
Workshop: Renewable energy sources -Prof. Francesco Asdrubali
Sociology of migration - Prof. Stefania Tusini
Second semester
Global changes and human resilience - Prof. Piero Ciccioli
Digital geography - Prof. Luigi Mundula
Workshop: Academic writing - Prof. Marco Bagli
Workshop: Geopolitical scenarios in simulation - Prof. Federico Niglia
Workshop: Sociolinguistics of migration -Prof. Stefania Scaglione
International relations - Prof.Cecilia Emma Sottilotta