(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.
Orientation Service Closure
The Orientation Service will be closed to the public on Friday, April 3, 2026. Activities will resume as usual from Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Political economy - Members - Prof. Sbrana - regular lectures
The lessons for the week, April 15-16-17, will take place as usual
Economic Policy - Rics - Prof. Sbrana - Regular Lectures
The classes for the week of April 15-16-17 will take place as scheduled
Political Thought of Globalization - RICS - Prof. Cingari - class cancelled
The lesson on Friday, April 17th will be cancelled and will be rescheduled in agreement with the students.
History of Italian civilization and political thought - ITAS - Prof. Cingari - lesson canceled
The lesson on Friday, April 17th will be cancelled and will be rescheduled in agreement with the students.
History of Italian Civilization and Political Thought - ITAS - Prof. Cingari - classes cancelled
The lessons on May 6th and 8th will be canceled and rescheduled in agreement with the students.
History of political language - COMIP - Prof. Cingari - classes cancelled
The lessons on May 6th and 7th will be cancelled and will be rescheduled in agreement with the students.
Political thought of globalization - RICS - Prof. Cingari - cancelled classes
The lessons on May 7th and 8th will be canceled and will be rescheduled in agreement with the students.
History of Italian Civilization and Political Thought - ITAS - Prof. Cingari - class cancelled
The lesson on May 27 will be canceled and will be rescheduled in agreement with the students.
History of Political Language - COMIP - Prof. Cingari - lesson cancelled
The lesson on May 27th will be cancelled and rescheduled in agreement with the students.
Political Economy - MEMBERS - Prof. Sbrana - Seminar
On Thursday, April 16th from 11 am to 1 pm, there will be a seminar-style lesson for students of the Political Economics (SOCI) course in room I of the Valitutti Building
Corpus linguistics and text encoding lab - DHI - Prof. Spina - class cancelled
The lesson on April 23 will be canceled and will be rescheduled during the semester in agreement with the students