With its wealth of archaeological sites, churches, museums, and galleries, Rome offers an unparalleled environment for the study of art. The BA in Art History emphasizes art-historical theories and analytic methods with a strong focus on the visual arts of Europe and North America.

Throughout the history of cinema, Rome has enticed filmmakers, featuring as the backdrop – and sometimes the starring character – of countless iconic productions, from epic dramas to romantic comedies to documentaries. AUR’s Film program is unique in being the only degree program of its kind to be taught in English and based in Italy, with the added bonus of having its seat in a city so important to the subject.

From the Roman Forum to the Sistine Chapel to the MAXXI Museum of Contemporary Art, Rome houses countless art treasures that all have an important place in the history of art. Students who pursue this major go beyond textbooks to come face to face with these masterpieces in galleries and museums as part of regular on-site classes.

The BA in Art and Design at John Cabot University in Rome is a unique chance to explore a liberal arts education that will sharpen your critical thinking, enrich your artistic practice, and build a versatile skillset. You will be able to choose minors in fields like Business, Computer Science, Communication, or Psychology, broadening your perspective and creating work that speaks to diverse contexts.

The Archaeology and Classics program at The American University of Rome presents students with the unique opportunity to combine their studies with the source material: the city itself. A rigorous academic program is paired with hands-on learning through participation in excavations and unprecedented access to Rome’s ancient sites and artefacts. Few other courses in this field allow students such intimate interaction with their subject.

The program in Fine Arts combines training in traditional artistic media with a critical approach to making art. Courses at all levels, on-site and in the studio, emphasize technical ability, visual expression, creative innovation, critical observation, and analysis. Rome is our classroom, studio and inspiration. From the monuments of the ancient city, through the rich tradition of the Renaissance and Baroque to the vibrant contemporary art scene, Fine Arts students are uniquely placed in the Eternal City to learn and develop their own vision.

The BA in Communications gives students the skills to excel in the creation, dissemination, and analysis of messages. The program integrates technology in its instruction and incorporates international contexts for the study of communications.

The curriculum of the BA in International Affairs has traditional strengths in global justice, public policy, European institutions, religion and politics, peace and conflict resolution studies, human rights, and global political theory.

The BA in Marketing provides students with a firm base in the core conceptual fields, including market dynamics and consumer behavior theories, marketing strategy scope, and specific operation fields such as communication and branding efforts and distribution/value chain/demand management.

The BA in Business Administration provides students with a challenging curriculum in the context of a dynamic learning environment. Courses emphasize the importance of clear communication and require projects, reports, and formal presentations.

The BA in English Literature emphasizes the historical and cultural understanding of the development of literature in English from the Anglo-Saxon period to the 21st century, in addition to the theory of various literary genres.

The curriculum of the BA in Political Science has traditional strengths in the behavioral and historical study of American, European, and international institutional politics, as well as global public policy, human rights, peace and conflict studies, and global political theory.

AUR’s BA in Communication Digital Media offers a mix of theoretical foundations and practical know-how for you to thrive in the global communications industry, from social media to PR, online journalism, and advertising.

The BA in Economics and Finance gives students a solid base in the theoretical, quantitative, and analytical skills necessary to pursue further study and careers in areas that require a solid background in economics and finance.

The BA in International Business is based on the core structure for all business administration majors but is distinguished by a further emphasis on international business, giving students the chance to explore specific issues of doing business in a globalized world, including those of a political and economic order, as well as those related specific situations in marketing and management.