ECTS Course Catalogue...ECTS Course Catalogue Political Science 2019/2020 September 2019 4 of 55 1. The information brochure, 2. The application form/learning agreement, 3. The transcript

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ECTS Course Catalogue Political Science 2019/2020


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Table of Contents

1. What is ECTS? 3

2. Education in Italy 6

3. Luiss Guido Carli 9

4. Incoming Exchange Students 15

5. The Department of Political Science 22

6. Bachelor’s Degree Course Structure 25

7. Bachelor’s Degree Summary Table of Courses 30

8. Master’s Degree Course Structure 33

9. Master’s Degree Summary Table of Courses 47

10. School of Government 50

11. School of European Political Economy 51

12. School of Jornalism 53

13. Useful information for Guest Students 54



1. What is ECTS?

The European Community promotes inter-university co-operation as a means for improving the

quality of education to the benefit of students and higher education institutions alike. Student mobility

constitutes a primary feature of that co-operation. The Erasmus + programme clearly demonstrates

that a study period abroad can constitute a particularly precious experience, not only being the best

way to discover countries, ideas, languages and cultures different from one's own but also because it is

gaining a growing importance in the evolution of university and professional careers.

The creation of a single European area in the field of education, where students and teachers can move

freely without barriers, goes upon the recognition of the studies undertaken and the qualifications

achieved abroad. For this reason, ECTS - the English acronym for the European Community Course

Credit Transfer System - was born, originally as a master plan within the framework of the previous

Erasmus + programme, with the aim of promoting academic recognition of studies undertaken

abroad. The European Commission decided to include ECTS in the Socrates programme, in particular

within Sector I reserved to higher education (Erasmus +), given the conclusive effectiveness of the

ECTS system. After the first stage planned for a limited application, ECTS is now becoming much more

meaningful to the extent of becoming a permanent feature of the European context of higher

education.

ECTS is above all pursuing transparency, establishing the conditions necessary to bring institutions

closer together and broadening the range of choices offered to students. Its application facilitates the

recognition of students' academic results through to the use of widely understood standards - credits

and grades - as well as a better understanding of the national systems of higher education.

ECTS goes upon three basic elements:

1. Information on study plans and student results,

2. Reciprocal agreement (between the participating institutions and the student),

3. The use of ECTS credits (values representing the working load done by the student).

1.1 Principal Features of ECTS

ECTS is thus founded upon three basic elements: information on study plans and student results,

reciprocal agreement (between the participating institutions and the student) and the use of ECTS

credits (values representing the workload done by the student). These three basic elements are

effective through three fundamental documents:



1. The information brochure,

2. The application form/learning agreement,

3. The transcript of records, as to the studies done.

But the essential aspect is that ECTS is activated by the students, the teachers and the institutions

which intend to make studying abroad a whole part of the learning experience. Indeed, ECTS does not,

in any way, determine the contents, the structure or the equivalence of study programmes. These

qualitative aspects must be decided upon directly by the higher education institutions in the moment

of setting, either through bilateral or multilateral agreements, the basis for a viable co-operation. The

code of good practice proposed by ECTS offers the interested parties the tools suitable to pursue

transparency and academic recognition.

Full academic recognition is a sine qua non condition of student mobility within the framework of the

Erasmus + programme. Full academic recognition requires the period of study abroad (including

exams and other forms of evaluation) to effectively substitute a comparable period of study (including

exams and other forms of assessment) in the institution of origin notwithstanding the fact that there

may be differences in the contents of the programme.

ECTS goes on voluntary use and reciprocal trust at academic level among the participating

institutions. Every institution chooses its own partners.

1.2 Transparency

ECTS guarantees transparency through the following instruments:

• ECTS credits, - a numerical value assigned to a course unit – which represent the working load

that a student must undertake in order to complete a given course unit. The credits express the

quantity of work every course unit requires with respect to the global volume of work necessary

to successfully complete a full year's study at the institution, that is: lectures, practical work,

seminars, traineeships, research or surveys, personal study - either at home or in the library -

together with exams and other forms of student assessment. ECTS is, therefore, based on the

overall working load of the student and not merely limited to lecture hours. 60 credits represent

the working load for a full academic year's study and, as a rule, 30 credits are equivalent to a

semester and 20 credits to a trimester.

• The ECTS information brochure, which provides useful information to students and personnel

about the institutions, departments, course organisation and structure as well as the individual

course units.

• The ECTS learning agreement, which describes the study plan the student has to follow and

indicates the ECTS credits that shall grant upon satisfactory completion thereof. The agreement

binds the student to attend the host university's programme as the main part of their higher

education, the institution of origin to guarantee the student full academic recognition of the

credits obtained abroad and, the host institution to provide the agreed course units to the extent

allowed by the academic calendar.



• The ECTS transcript of records, which presents the student's academic results in a clear,

complete and comprehensible manner for each part and which must be easily transferable from

one institution to another.

1.3 Academic Recognition

To facilitate the academic recognition of the studies undertaken or completed abroad, good

communication and flexibility are required. In this regard the ECTS co-ordinators carry out a

fundamental role monitoring the academic and administrative aspects of ECTS.

As a rule, it is necessary to make available to the students the entire range of course units of the

department that implements ECTS, including those units relating to postgraduate studies. The

students must be able to attend regular courses - and not especially set up for them - and must be given

the opportunity to satisfy the demands of the host institution giving an academic qualification.

Reliance on ECTS credits guarantees the organisation of programmes, which are reasonable in terms

of working load for the period of study abroad. For instance, 120 ECTS credits for a year require a

student to work twice as hard as an average student whose plan is 60 credits. At the same time, 30 ECTS

credits for a year period correspond to a part-time studying.

ECTS, moreover, allows students to continue their studies abroad. In fact, it can happen that once the

original study period is over the student may not wish to return to their original institution but may

instead prefer to remain in the host institution - possibly to graduate from there - or move on to a third

institution. Such decision may not be taken without the agreement of all institutions involved which

in any case have to set the conditions to fulfil in order to graduate from the host institution or transfer

to a third institution. The ECTS certificate is a chronology of the student's academic record and it can

constitute a particularly useful instrument for the institutions to manage such a decision.



2. Education in Italy

Until 1989 (Law 168/1989) the entire Italian educational system was under the Ministry of Education.

At that time the Ministry of Universities and Scientific Research was created to take over the

responsibilities of university education and scientific and technological research. The two entities are

currently encompassed under the organisational designation Ministero dell’Istruzione,

dell’Università e della Ricerca - MIUR (Ministry of Education, University and Research). Information

for foreign students can be found at www.study-in-italy.it).

2.1 Primary and Secondary Education

2.1.1 Cycles

Following the 2003 Reform of primary and secondary education, the Italian school system has been

reorganised as follows:

• First cycle

- Primary education: 5 years of schooling beginning at age 6;

- Secondary education (first degree): 3 years of schooling beginning at age 11.

• Second cycle

- Secondary education (second degree): 5 years of schooling beginning at age 14.

The higher secondary schools are of various types: classical, scientific, linguistic, artistic, technical

and vocational studies as well as teacher training. At the end of the 5-year course, students take the

examination to obtain the Diploma di Maturità in the specialised area they have chosen. This diploma

grants admission to an Italian university.

2.1.2 Grading System

Until 1968, secondary school grading was on a scale of 0-10, 6 being the minimum passing grade. From

1969 to 1999, final marks were on a scale of 0-60, 36 being the minimum passing grade. Since 2000 a

different system has been implemented: final marks are on a scale of 0-100 and the minimum passing

grade is 60.

http://www.study-in-italy.it/



2.2 University Education

2.2.1 Admission

Admission to Italian universities grants only to holders of a Diploma di maturità from an Italian

secondary school. Foreign students, or Italian students from secondary schools abroad, are admitted

on the strength of equivalent qualifications. There are no limitations on admission except in Medical

School (medicine, dentistry, veterinary), in private independent universities (like Luiss Guido Carli or

Bocconi in Milan), and in newly established universities/degree courses.

2.2.2 Grading System

In the university grading system, individual courses grade on a scale of 18-30. The maximum final

grade is 110, after the dissertation of a thesis on a free topic. For very brilliant students the degree may

be awarded cum laude.

< 18 = fail

18/23 = sufficient

24/26 = satisfactory

27/28 = good

29/30 = Very good

30 e lode = Excellent

2.2.3 Academic Qualifications and Degrees

University Diploma

This is a first-level university qualification for courses lasting 3 years. For admission to these courses,

students must have a Diploma di Maturità.

Laurea (Degree)

The system of university study in Italy has undergone an overall reform in terms of structure and

teaching system. Up to 2001, to obtain a Laurea, the basic university degree, used to take 4 to 6 years,

depending on the field of study. From the academic year 2001/2002, universities have adopted three

study cycles. The first cycle, three years in length, is characterised by a professional training type

content and concludes with the award of a first-level degree (Laurea Triennale – Bachelor Degree); the

second cycle, lasting two years, concludes with the award of a second-level Master’s degree (Laurea

Magistralis – Master’s Degree); while the third cycle, lasting from one to three years, leads to the award

of either a doctorate or a specialised postgraduate degree.

Teaching activity is organized in departments, which offer one or more degree courses in specific

academic areas. Course requirements are established by law and the laurea is obtained after the

student has passed a set number of exams, gained the required credits, and successfully discussed a

written research paper. Admission to the Laurea programme is regulated by the general rules for

university admission. Courses for master’s degrees may also be offered parallel to each study cycle. All



study programmes must be based on the European system for the transfer of academic credits (ECTS)

as provided for in recent agreements reached at EU level.

Along with the three-cycle program system established by the Italian Ministerial Decrees, a limited

number of “old” second cycle programs (dental medicine, human medicine, pharmacy, veterinary

medicine, architecture, law) coexist with the new university system. These programs, called One-

Cycle Programs, aim at providing students with advanced education and training for highly qualified

professions in specific areas. The general access requirement is upper secondary school degree or a

comparable foreign qualification. Admission to individual degree programs may be subject to specific

course requirements.

One-Cycle Programs last five years and require 300 credits (European Credit Transfer System) for

completion (only human medicine requires six years and 360 credits). The degree awarded is a

master’s degree which grants access to competitions for the civil service, to regulated and non-

regulated professions, doctoral programs and all the other postgraduate study degree programs.

Research Doctorate

The aim of the doctoral studies programmes is to offer post-graduate opportunity for research.

Programmes include individual research under the guidance of professors and special seminars. The

minimum period of study is three years. This third-level academic degree, Doctorate of Research, is

awarded to candidates who have successfully documented their research and written an original final

thesis. This programme is open to a limited number of candidates (also from foreign countries), who

must be university graduates or hold equivalent degrees.

Post-graduate Diplomas of Specialization

These diplomas are given by schools offering special advanced courses in various professions. The

limited places are reserved for university graduates or those with equivalent foreign qualifications.

The courses last 2/3 years and include practical experience. Attendance is mandatory. The final

examination is a defence of a written thesis.



3. Luiss Guido Carli

3.1 Name

Luiss Libera Università Internazionale degli Studi Sociali Guido Carli, Rome, Italy.

Vincenzo Boccia, President

Andrea Prencipe, Rector

Giovanni Lo Storto, General Manager

3.2 Type

Luiss Guido Carli is an independent university. It was established according to Article 1 of Italy’s

Higher Education Act, which gives independent universities full legal status while guaranteeing their

autonomy in the areas of administration, teaching and discipline. Its degrees and diplomas have

complete legal and academic recognition.

3.3 General Description

Luiss Guido Carli was set up in 1974-78 by a consortium of private and public companies, that re-

organized a pre-existing Institution, “Pro Deo”. Its goal is to form students to assume the

responsibilities of managing complex economic systems in both the State and private sectors.

At present Luiss Guido Carli has four departments: department of Economics and Finance,

department of Business and Management, department of Law and department of Political Science.

Certain features characterize Luiss Guido Carli:

• admission by entrance test;

• full time compulsory attendance of courses;

• a highly qualified teaching staff;

• intensive study of foreign languages and computer training;

• a large specialised library and a catalogue that can be consulted directly from the University’s

web site;

http://biblioteca.luiss.it/en



• an extensive network of student exchange agreements at 205+ universities, both within and

outside of Europe in 44 countries. Luiss also offers its students the opportunity to study

abroad: 35+ Double Degrees, LLM Educational Programs and Structured Partnerships;

• orientation for high school students;

• seminars and debates on important issues as a complement to lectures;

• assistance by qualified tutors during the entire university study period as well as traineeships;

• personal counselling service to facilitate integration and to optimise study strategies.

Professors and lecturers are appointed from the academic world, the professions, senior State and

private sector management. Lectures are held in Italian and English. They are integrated by seminars,

debates and conferences on both Italian and international topics, often with the participation of

prominent guest speakers.

The annual tuition fee at Luiss Guido Carli, for the a. y. 2019/2020, is € 11,000 for all Bachelor’s degrees

and for the Single Cycle Master Degree in Law (I year). The annual tuition fee for Master’s Degrees is €

12,000 (I year).

Luiss supports worthy students with scholarships and financial aid to attend the Luiss bachelor’s,

master’s and single-cycle master’s degree programs and to study abroad, thanks to the opportunities

offered by the University. For more information please visit:

Scholarships and financial aid

Scholarships are also granted to deserving students who meet certain income conditions. Some

scholarships are dedicated to international students.

For more information please visit:

Scholarships and financial aid

Luiss University International Programs – Financial Aid

3.4 Links with Businesses

What distinguishes Luiss is its privileged relationship with the business world.

Over 500 companies, multinationals, and public and private institutions collaborate with the

University, offering its degree candidates and new graduates their first real opportunities to step foot

in the business world.

The Luiss Career Services Office provides students with multiple opportunities to meet people in the

business world and learn with them. This orientation and educational service facilitate the placement

of degree candidates and new graduates in the business world with internships and training at

companies and at public and private institutions. It also sets up recurring meetings and presentations

with major multinationals, investment banks, and public and private organizations and institutions.

http://www.luiss.edu/students/erasmus-and-exchange-students

http://www.luiss.edu/international-opportunities/2350

http://www.luiss.edu/admissions/scholarships-and-financial-aid

http://www.luiss.edu/admissions/scholarships-and-financial-aid

https://programs.luiss.it/fees-and-aid/financial-aid/

https://www.luiss.edu/career-services

http://www.luiss.edu/career-services/internships



3.5 Location

Since October 2007 Luiss Guido Carli has moved to a new location in the residential area called

“Parioli”. Most of the teaching and researching activities are now taken in the new campus. Please note

that classes of Law are still taken in Via Parenzo, 11; Business, Economics and Political Science classes

are instead taken in the new seat. A shuttle bus links the 2 campuses departing every 10/15 minutes.

The journey takes about 5/10 minutes.



Office Contact Information

The Student Exchange Office

T +39 06 85 22 53 89-26 42 [email protected] Opening hours are from 10:00 am to 12:00 am Monday to Friday, and from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The Department of Economics and Finance

Office and Presidency T +39 06 85 22 55 50 [email protected] Opening hours are from 10:00 am to 12:00 am Monday to Friday, and from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The Department of Business and Management

Office and Presidency T +39 06 85 22 53 10 [email protected] Opening hours are from 10:00 am to 12:00 am Monday to Friday, and from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The Department of Political Science

Office and Presidency T +39 06 85 22 52 90-57 00 [email protected] Opening hours are from 10:00 am to 12:00 am Monday to Friday, and from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The Student Office

Segreteria Studenti T +39 06 85 22 52 63-52 70 [email protected] The Student Office deals with enrolment and supplies students with all the necessary information. Opening hours are from 9:00 am to 12:00 am Monday to Friday, and from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Student Office closes two weeks in mid-August. Students also have computer and multimedia services available through which they can comply with all bureaucratic requirements in connection with university life. Moreover, there is the “Luiss-sms” service allowing students to communicate with the University through messages that can be read or sent to any mobile phone.

The Orientation Office

T +39 06 85 22 53 54 [email protected] The Office is open from Monday to Friday.

The IT Services

T +39 06 85 22 52 11-52 79 Help Desk T +39 06 85 22 52 11 [email protected] The Computer centre is a support structure for research and teaching activities of Computer Sciences in the four departments. It also provides consulting and support services for the other sectors of the university (institutes, centres, departments and training courses). To this end, there are eleven computer rooms and a university-wide network which also provides a link to the outside world via GARR, Internet and Itapac for the consultation of different databases. The Computer Centre also supports all the administrative and

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3.6 Size

Current enrolment is about 9067 for all four departments with a professor/students ratio of 1:7.

3.7 Registration Procedures

3.7.1 Prospective full time EU and non-EU students (Not applicable to Exchange students)

Prospective full time EU and non-EU students will find specific and detailed information on the steps

of the admission at Luiss on: Luiss Admissions.

The number of students admitted to the first year is limited to allow best teaching conditions and

admission goes upon an entrance examination (aptitude test).

management activities within the university and library consultation.

The Department of Law

Via Parenzo 11, 00198 Rome The Student Office is located on the Ground Floor of the building T +39 06 85 22 52 94 [email protected] Opening hours are from 10:00 am to 12:00 am Tuesdays and Fridays, and from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

The Library

Via di S. Costanza, 53, 00198 Rome T +39 06 85 22 56 00 [email protected] It focuses on the social sciences, particularly law, economics and political science. In 2015, the Library’s collection amounted to 99,017 books, 1,781 paper journals (609 of which are current issues) and 83 databases. The Library also provides access to 43,424 e-journals and 53,137 eBooks. Facilities available to students: consultation room and a reading room, equipped with terminals and copy machines. Students may borrow books (loan term: 30 days). Opening hours: Reading Room, from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 9:45 pm; Saturday from 8:30 am to 1:45 pm Reference and Electronic Resources, from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm; Saturdays from 8:00 am to 1:45 pm Delivery Room and Circulation Service, from Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 9:00 pm; Saturday from 8:30 am to 1:45 pm

http://www.luiss.edu/admissions





3.7.2 Specific requirements for students applying for “corsi singoli” (individual courses) (Not applicable to Exchange students)

Foreign students may attend one or more Luiss Guido Carli courses and take the respective exams. At

the end of the course, students will obtain a certificate stating the course that was taken and the mark

obtained.

Students who want to apply for single courses (Corsi Singoli) must submit the following documents:

• an application form addressed to the Provost, detailing the student’s study plan

• a certificate attesting the educational qualification earned, including exam scores or grades

received (For foreign students, this certificate must be translated and certified by the

appropriate diplomatic and consular authorities. A degree certificate is required for Luiss

graduates.)

• two photographs, one of which (foreign students only) must be authenticated by the appropriate

Italian diplomatic and consular authorities, indicating citizenship, residence, and the date and

place of birth

• a €16.00 duty stamp to be affixed to the application

• receipt of payment

Admission fee is 1.300,00 € per course for Bachelor and Master subjects.

The Student Office [email protected] takes care of registration for Corsi Singoli.

https://www.luiss.edu/sites/www.luiss.it/files/Registration%20for%20individual%20courses_0.pdf




4. Incoming Exchange Students

The Luiss Student Exchange Office promotes student exchanges within the Erasmus Program, as well

as through bilateral exchange agreements with non-European universities. It provides information

and assistance to all students participating in these study abroad programs. All procedures are based

on the ECTS system. A substantial part of this activity is devoted to the orientation and support of

foreign students, to whom the following section is addressed. The Student Exchange Office deals with

orientation and registration of students on exchange programmes (Erasmus + and Bilateral

Agreements).

The first step to spend a semester at Luiss in exchange is to contact the International Coordinator at

your Home University. Each sending Institution is responsible for the selection of students.

Ask them for all the information, documents, brochures, application forms related to Luiss. All

information material can also be found on our website. Read the instructions carefully before you

apply. Be aware of our deadlines.

All applications must be received by 15 May, that is the fixed deadline for fall and/or spring semester

applications every year.

As soon as the application forms are received, in June, Luiss will send incoming students acceptance

letters and practical information.

Since there are almost 200 courses taught in English, students will not need to have any knowledge of

Italian to study at Luiss.

4.1 Academic Calendar 2019-2020

4.1.1 First Semester – Fall

Orientation (for Exchange Students) 12 September 2019

Classes Begin 16 September 2019

Midterms 25 – 31 October 2019

Classes End 7 December 2019

Examination Period 9 – 20 December 2019

Christmas Holidays 21 December 2019 – 6 January 2020

Examination Period 7 January – 8 February 2020

http://www.luiss.edu/students/erasmus-and-exchange-students

https://www.luiss.edu/sites/www.luiss.it/files/Provisional-list-of-courses19-20.pdf



4.1.2 Second Semester – Spring

Orientation (for Exchange Students) 6 February 2020

Classes Begin 10 February 2020

Midterms 23 – 28 March 2020

Easter Holidays 9 – 14 April 2020

Class End 9 May 2020

Examination Period 11 May – 1 July 2020

4.2 Courses, Exams, Transcripts of Records

The languages of instruction are Italian and English. For the list of courses offered in English please

visit: Courses in English for Erasmus and Exchange students.

The average workload for Luiss students is about 30 ECTS credits per semester, including language

courses. Incoming students are advised not to take more than 24 credits if they do not stay for the full

examination period and leave in December. Three or four courses per semester are the average

workload for full-time study, depending on the year of study and level.

Exchange students will be given access to all the courses at Bachelor and / or Master, as long as they

have the necessary prerequisites and do not have time-table clashes. The Master courses are at

advanced level and students should have the required background and very good language

competences.

Elective courses will be offered only if a sufficient number of students register for the courses. Because

not all courses will be offered, it is recommended that you enrol in more than one.

Full-year courses can only be taken by the students that will spend the whole academic year at Luiss.

If these conditions are met, guest students have access to all the courses in the four Luiss Departments.

The final examinations for each course can be oral and/or written. Midterm tests may be given during

the course (Midterms of first semester may be from 25 to 31 October 2019).

Guest students will have to enrol for each exam following the instructions provided upon arrival at

Luiss.

Exams can be taken only on the official dates.

Please note that NO special examination can be arranged for exchange students.

Transcripts of records will be sent by email to the Partner Institutions 4 weeks after the end the

examinations periods of each examination session. Luiss University is now embracing an eco-friendly

policy and hardcopies will be sent only to those partners who explicitly request it.

To the students who come to Luiss for the whole academic year or for the second semester, the

transcripts will be sent around the end of July. Our summer examination session ends on July 2nd and

transcripts cannot be prepared before the session is over.

http://www.luiss.edu/international-programs/erasmus-and-exchange-students/courses-english-erasmus-and-exchange-students



4.3 Grading System

Individual courses are graded on a scale of 18-30/30.

Exceptional students may be awarded 30 cum laude (30 e lode). The minimum passing grade is 18/30.

Grades below 18 are a fail and are not registered.

Grades below 18 will not and cannot appear on the transcript of records. In Italy grades below 18 do not

exist. Exceptions cannot be made.

Distribution of Grades

Bachelor Master

Luiss Grades Distribution Definition Luiss Grades Distribution Definition

30 e lode 9,59% 30 e lode 16,15%

30 20,22% Excellent 30 27,29% Excellent

29 11,41% Very good 29 16,94% Very good

28 15,18% 28 17,30%

27 12,20% Good 27 9,33% Good

26 8,36% 26 5,39%

25 6,24% 25 3,03%

24 4,67% Satisfactory 24 1,87% Satisfactory

23 2,86% 23 0,93%

22 2,21% 22 0,54%

21 1,47% 21 0,32%

20 1,96% 20 0,28%

19 0,95% 19 0,17%

18 2,71% Sufficient 18 0,47% Sufficient

< 18 / Fail < 18 / Fail

Total 100% Total 100%

4.4 Courses in Italian Language and Culture

Luiss Guido Carli offers Italian language courses to Erasmus and exchange students in both first and

second semester. They are free of charge.

The courses have a schedule of three hours per week. The students who attend the courses and comply

with the requirements will receive a certificate and gain 3 ECTS credits.

Students who would like to attend the semester courses can register only after arrival.

The course is divided in three levels: beginners, intermediate and advanced.



Beginners Level (A1-A2)

This level is for those who never attended an Italian language course. The main aim of the course is to

help the student understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most

immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography,

employment).

Intermediate Level (A2-B1)

This level is for those who have already attended an Italian course and are able to communicate in

everyday situations.

The principal aim of the course is to improve oral communication. Particular emphasis is placed on

listening comprehension to enable students to take full advantage of lectures in their chosen field.

Advanced Level (B1-B2)

This level is for those who are already proficient in the language and need to develop specialist

language areas. The main aim is to help the student reach a high standard of reading and writing skills.

Extracurricular activities

These include:

• Presentations followed by discussion;

• Meetings with Italian businessmen;

• Guided tours with specialized teachers.

The activities and meetings develop topics already discussed in class and consider the interests of

individual participants.

The person responsible for the courses is Professor Concetta Amato:

[email protected]

[email protected]

4.5 Accommodation

In order to satisfy the student demand for accommodation, the Real Estate University Services office

(Casa Luiss) helps and supports students in looking for a place to stay.

The Luiss University Accommodation Office is available to help Erasmus and Exchange students in

their search for housing for their period of study in Rome.





Students who wish to be supported in the search for accommodation must fill out the housing

application form at the link indicated in the on-line application to Luiss University, by 15 May.

Requests for accommodation will not be considered if the application for housing (on a separate

electronic form) is not uploaded in the online application system (Web Self-Service).

For more information, please visit:

Accommodations for incoming Erasmus and exchange students

Finding a room as an Erasmus or exchange students

4.6 Health and Insurance

Students from the EU are entitled to the services of the Italian National Health Service using their

European Health Insurance Card (E.H.I.C.). However, the card does not cover rescue, repatriation and

private health care. We suggest to verify how to get the card and which services are covered with the

social security administration of your country before your departure. For more information please

visit: European Health Insurance Card

Non-EU students are required to subscribe a health insurance covering all risks that students might

incur in during the whole exchange period abroad.

Non-EU students must hold a health insurance policy meeting the following requirements:

• It must cover expenses in the event of emergency treatments and/or urgent hospitalization.

• It must cover the entire duration of your stay in Italy.

• It must be valid for the territory of all member-states applying to the Schengen Agreement in its

entirety. It must guarantee the policy−holder's return to his/her own country in case of serious

illness.

• It must be translated into Italian and legalized by the Italian Embassy/Consulate.

At the University Union (in Italian: Diritto allo Studio), students can access a free health care

service. Dr. Gianpiero Cutolo is the Luiss-affiliated doctor on campus:

• Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays: from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

In August, the on-campus care service is suspended.

You can also contact the Luiss doctor by calling +39 06 85225416

Luiss offers a free preventive medicine service through qualified local health units off-campus.

Students can take routine health care exams, which can be integrated by more specific ones, if

required.

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To reduce risks and encourage a healthy campus, every year all Luiss students can benefit from a

number of specialized exams which are free of charge.

4.7 Administrative Formalities

4.7.1 Residence Permit for Non-EU Students

Non-EU students who intend to spend some time in Italy must request a permit of stay no later than 8

working days from their arrival in Italy.

How to obtain the residence permit for study reasons:

Use the yellow kit which you will find in all postal offices. Carefully fill in the forms, following all the

instructions. Together with the filled application, students must also bring:

• a valid passport;

• a photocopy of the passport (in A4 format);

• a photocopy of any other requested documents (in A4 format).

You will then be given a receipt with the user ID and password needed to keep track of the status of

your procedure at http://www.portaleimmigrazione.it/ (click on “Area Riservata Stranieri”) and a

letter with the appointment date and time at the Police Station (Questura) in order to have your

fingerprints taken.

Bring with you:

• your passport;

• the letter you received inviting you to go to the Questura;

• the original copies of the documents you brought to the Post Office;

• 4 recent passport-size photographs.

4.7.2 Registration for EU Students

For EU students who plan to stay in Italy for less than three months, no formality is requested; for

periods longer than three months, students need to make a vital statistic registration at the

municipality, as Italians citizens do.

Students will have to call 06 0606 to know which Roman municipality they belong to (you just need to

tell the address of your accommodation in Rome).

This procedure is mandatory, and it requires the following documents:

• Personal ID (or Equivalent);

• Acceptance letter

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• An evidence of the course that will be attended

• Health insurance policy covering all risks that students might incur in during the whole

exchange period abroad;

• Proof of economic means of subsistence, also by self-statement.

For more information, please visit: Portale Immigrazione

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5. The Department of Political Science

Director: Professor Sergio Fabbrini

The Department of Political Science aims to train students with an interdisciplinary education which

will prepare them to work as administrators and communicators in an international environment of

rapid change and development.

The Department employs a large number of experts, some of them coming from foreign universities

and companies. These experts come from international bodies, the public administration and from

different types of companies.

Didactic activity is organised in semesters.

5.1 Bachelor’s Degree Three-Year Degree Courses (180 ECTS) Corsi di Laurea Triennale

The Department of Political Science offers a major in Italian in Scienze Politiche and one in English in

Politics, Philosophy and Economics.

Political Science (held in Italian)

The major in Political Science provides an interdisciplinary preparation in the national and

international legal, economic, political, social and historical matters, a methodology for research, an

understanding of social, economic and political processes.

The bachelor's degree program in Political Science is aimed at giving students a mastery of methods

and content, which will provide them with scientific knowledge of contemporary politics. For this

purpose, the program provides an interdisciplinary theoretical framework, which includes

economics, politics, philosophy, law, sociology, history and communications. This is designed to

encourage the ability – essential in order to understand contemporary politics – to grasp the

relationships between the economic system, the political system and institutional structures.

Teaching is mainly done through lectures, as at least for the first phase of university, this methodology

remains the most effective. The department then offers students the chance to further develop their

skills in specific areas during workshops and laboratories.



Politics, Philosophy and Economics (held in English)

The major in Politics, Philosophy and Economics places three disciplines (political science, philosophy

and economics) on the same level and complements them with another four (contemporary history,

sociology, law and statistics), focusing on theoretical and methodological aspects in a quantitative

context, adopting an interdisciplinary approach and paying attention to the international dimensions,

which are the features typical of the political science area. Considerable focus is given to languages. At

the end of their studies, graduates in Political Science will have perfected their knowledge and mastery

– both written and oral – of English and another foreign language (including Arabic, Chinese, French,

Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and German). Language instruction is provided by native speakers and

done throughout the program, with evaluations by specialized institutions. This is followed by a

language and academic/specialized skills module taught by Luiss professors, which is completed with

an exam and assignment for a grade and credits.

The Politics, Philosophy and Economics major is open only to students with advanced proficiency in

English, who continue to work on Academic English for Social Studies as well as one or two other

foreign languages.

5.2 Master’s Degree Two-Year Degree Courses (120 ECTS) Corsi di Laurea Magistrale

Government and Politics (held in English or Italian)

The master’s degree program in Government and Policies provides specialized training in the science

of administration, public policy, public economics, public management, and public law. There are four

majors: Communications and New Media, Institutions and Policies, Public Policies (in Italian) and

Public Policies (in English).

An added value is represented by the large number of senior public managers, representatives of

institutions, managers, experts, and national and international professors who are invited to discuss

their strategically and operationally important activities within their areas of expertise during

seminars, seminar series, and conferences as part of the program. Specifically, the program

emphasizes the acquisition of professional skills and logical abilities that are essential for effective

problem solving. The educational process for students, finally, is punctuated by meetings with

important representatives of the business community, institutions and politics, and is characterized

by an intensive and advanced study of languages.

The structured program is complemented by innovative multimedia lessons and linguistic workshops

to provide a significant and efficient education. The program furthermore concentrates on the analysis

of social networks and implications for economic and social sciences.



International Relations (held in English or Italian)

The master’s degree in International Relations provides students with a multidisciplinary approach

that can help them understand and deal with problems that are ever more supranational, in an

increasingly globalized world. The program is divided into three majors: International Relations (held

in Italian), European Studies (held in English), and Global Studies (held in English).

The master’s degree in International Relations tackles all the central aspects of the international and

European public sphere: the economy, by now integrated at the supranational level, the law, which is

increasingly multilevel, and a politics that is seeking balance between national life and regional and

global dynamics. These aspects will complement the acquisition of knowledge essential for historical

and philosophical orientation and the language skills (foreign languages, including English, French,

Spanish, Russian, Arabic and Chinese) needed to better grasp the opportunities that the new socio-

political context offers.

The structured program is complemented by innovative multimedia lessons and linguistic workshops

to provide a significant and efficient education. The program furthermore concentrates on the analysis

of social networks and implications for economic and social sciences.

Global Management & Politics (held in English)

The master’s program in Global Management and Politics is offered by the Department of Business and

Management in cooperation with the Department of Political Science. It complements topics related to

management with socio-political issues, as global managers must be aware of the intricacies of world

politics.

Using an interdisciplinary and international training, the program allows graduates to easily master

the skills required by companies and institutions operating on a global scale. The course of study,

therefore, with its programs in Economics, Management and Political Science, develops around an

intersection of fields necessary to undertake specific career paths, constituting natural and immediate

channels towards the labour market.

The master’s program trains professionals to perform managerial and specialist functions within

international organizations (profit and non-profit), and in the context of global industrial companies

and services, strategic consultancy firms, as well as institutions operating at the supranational and

international levels.



6. Bachelor’s Degree Course Structure

6.1 Political Science


and content, which will provide them with scientific knowledge of contemporary politics.

The degree program offers a solid preparation for a wide variety of professions, many linked to newly

developed or developing subjects in the globalizing world.

In the first year, it is possible to choose between two majors:

• Scienze Politiche (in Italian)

• Politics, Philosophy and Economics (in English).

Here you can find out how bachelor’s degree programs are structured.

6.1.1 Major in Political Science


and content, which will provide them with scientific knowledge of contemporary politics.

First year (2019/2020)

Course ECTS Sem. Language of Instruction

Political Philosophy Filosofia Politica 8 I IT

General and Political Sociology Sociologia Generale E Politica 8 I IT

Statistics Statistica 8 I IT

Italian Public Law Istituzioni di Diritto Pubblico 8 II IT

Microeconomics Microeconomia 8 II IT

Contemporary History Storia Contemporanea 8 II IT

History of Political Thought 8 II IT



Storia delle Dottrine Politiche

Second Year (2020/2021)


Macroeconomics Macroeconomia 8 I IT

Methodology of Social Sciences Metodologia delle Scienze Sociali 8 I IT

Political Science Scienza Politica 8 I IT

International Relations Relazioni Internazionali 8 II IT

European Union Law Diritto dell'Unione Europea 8 II IT

International Law Diritto Internazionale 8 II IT

Sociology of Communication Sociologia della Comunicazione 8 II IT

Third Year (2021/2022)


Economic Law Diritto dell'Economia 8 I IT

Economic Policy Politica Economica 8 I IT

Theory and History of Political Parties and Movements Teoria e Storia dei Movimenti e dei Partiti Politici 8 I IT

2 Elective Courses 6+6 I IT/EN

Elective courses: At the end of the second year, students must compile study plans online through Web

Self Service and choose two elective courses in order to complete the 12 compulsory credits into the

study plan. It is also possible to pick courses from Departments other than Political Sciences

(bachelor’s degree courses only).

Electives (2 among the following) ECTS Sem. Language of Instruction

Asian Culture and Politics 6 II EN

Bioethics 6 II EN

Comunicazione d'impresa e Gestione Risorse Umane Corporate Communication & HR Management 6 II IT

Conflict and Peace Building 6 II EN

Digital Economy 6 II EN

Diritto di Internet: Social Media e Discriminazione Law of Internet: Social Media and Discrimination 6 II IT

Diritto e Politiche di Immigrazione e Asilo 6 II IT



Law and Politics of Immigration and Asylum

Filosofia Delle Scienze Sociali 6 II IT

Gender Politics 6 II EN

Giornalismo Politico-Economico Political-Economic Journalism 6 II IT

Global Governance Through Interreligious Dialogue 6 II EN

Nudging: Behavioral Insights for Regulation and Public Policy 6 II EN

Politiche dell'Unione Europea EU Policies 6 II IT

Population Environment and Sustainibility 6 II EN

Project Management E Business Process Modeling per la Trasformazione Digitale 6 II IT

Responsabilità Sociale d'Impresa Corporate Social Responsability 6 II IT

Social Science and Public Policies 6 II EN

Sociologia Economica Economic Sociology 6 II IT

Sociology of Terrorism 6 I EN

Storia dell'Europa Contemporanea Contemporary European History 6 II IT

The World Economy Since 1870 6 II EN

Additional Credits: For the languages please visit the website of University Language Centre.

Activity ECTS

First Language (English) 8

Second language 8

Workshop of Data Analysis for Economics and Political Sciences 6

Workshop of Computer Skills 2

Other Activities 4

Final Exam 4

6.1.2 Major in Politics, Philosophy and Economics

The Politics, Philosophy and Economics major is open only to students with advanced proficiency in

English, who continue to work on Academic English for Social Studies as well as one or two other

foreign languages.

First year (2019/2020)


Contemporary History 8 I EN

Microeconomics 8 I EN

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Sociology 8 I EN

Statistics 8 I EN

Behavioural Economics and Psychology 8 II EN

History of Political Thought (Distributive Justice) 8 II EN

Political Philosophy 8 II EN

Public Law 8 II EN



International Law 8 I EN

Methods of Social Research 8 I EN

Political Science 8 I EN

International Relations 8 II EN

European Union Law 8 II EN

Macroeconomics 8 II EN

Third Year (2021/2022)


History of Political Institutions 8 I EN

Political Economy of Development 8 I EN

Political Sociology 8 I EN

2 Elective Courses 6+6 I EN

Elective courses: At the end of the second year, students must compile study plans online through Web


study plan. It is also possible to pick courses from Departments other than Political Sciences

(bachelor’s degree courses only).


Asian Culture and Politics 6 II EN

Bioethics 6 II EN

Conflict and Peace Building 6 II EN

Digital Economy 6 II EN

Gender Politics 6 II EN

Global Governance Through Interreligious Dialogue 6 II EN

Nudging: Behavioural Insights for Regulation and Public Policy 6 II EN

Population Environment and Sustainability 6 II EN

Social Science and Public Policies 6 II EN

Sociology of Terrorism 6 I EN

The World Economy since 1870 6 II EN




Activity ECTS

First Language (English) 8

Second language 8

Workshop of Data Analysis for Economics and Political Sciences 6

Workshop of Computer skills 2

Other Activities 4

Final Exam 4

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7. Bachelor’s Degree Summary Table of Courses

Detailed information about the courses can be accessed by clicking on their titles.

Course SEM. Professor Language of instruction ECTS

Asian Culture and Politics Spring Guahk EN 6

Behavioural Economics and Psychology Spring Sillari EN 8

Bioethics Spring Garasic EN 6

Comunicazione d'Impresa e Gestione Risorse Umane Spring Carrieri IT 6

Conflict and Peace Building Spring Mulas EN 6

Contemporary History Fall Blasberg EN 8

Digital Economy Spring Alaimo EN 6

Diritto dell'Economia (B) Fall Alla IT 8

Diritto dell'Economia (A) Fall Di Gaspare IT 8

Diritto dell'Unione Europea (B) Spring Cherubini IT 8

Diritto dell'Unione Europea (A) Spring Baratta IT 8

Diritto di Internet: Social Media e Discriminazione Spring Falletta IT 6

Diritto e Politiche di Immigrazione e Asilo Spring Hein IT 6

Diritto Internazionale (B) Spring Latino/Lattanzi IT 8

Diritto Internazionale (A) Spring Sciso IT 8

European Union Law Spring Schuetze EN 8

Filosofia delle Scienze Sociali Spring Infantino IT 6

Filosofia Politica (B) Fall Gentile IT 8

Filosofia Politica (A) Fall Pellegrino IT 8

Gender Politics Spring De Blasio EN 6

Giornalismo Politico-Economico Spring Artensio/Napoletano IT 6

Global Governance Through Interreligious Dialogue Spring Sangalli EN 6

History of Political Institutions Fall Bruni EN 8

History of Political Thought (Distributive Justice) Spring Pellegrino EN 8

International Law Fall Marchisio EN 8

International Relations Fall Marchetti EN 8

Istituzioni di Diritto Pubblico (B) Spring Meloni IT 8

Istituzioni di Diritto Pubblico (A) Spring Piccirilli IT 8

Macroeconomia (A) Fall Canofari IT 8

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Macroeconomia (B) Fall Pandimiglio IT 8

Macroeconomics Spring Ricottilli EN 8

Methods of Social Research Fall Zamaro EN 8

Metodologia delle Scienze Sociali (B) Fall Oliverio IT 8

Metodologia delle Scienze Sociali (A) Fall Sillari IT 8

Microeconomia (A) Spring Andreozzi IT 8

Microeconomia (B) Spring Pozzolo IT 8

Microeconomics Fall Panaccione EN 8

Nudging: Behavioral Insights for Regulation and Public Policy Spring Sillari EN 6

Politica Economica (A) Fall Garonna IT 8

Politica Economica (B) Fall Macchiati IT 8

Political Economy of Development Fall Ferrante EN 8

Political Philosophy Spring Maffettone EN 8

Political Science Spring De Sio EN 8

Political Sociology Fall Sorice EN 8

Politiche dell'Unione Europea Spring Monti IT 6

Population Environment and Sustainibility Spring Di Paola EN 6

Project Management e Business Process Modeling per la Trasformazione Digitale Spring Za IT 6

Public Law Spring Lupo EN 8

Relazioni Internazionali (A) Fall Marchetti IT 8

Relazioni Internazionali (B) Fall Menegazzi IT 8

Responsabilità Sociale D'impresa Spring Gentile IT 6

Scienza Politica (B) Spring Amadio Vicere' IT 8

Scienza Politica (A) Spring Emanuele IT 8

Social Science and Public Policies Spring Bitetti EN 6

Sociologia della Comunicazione (B) Spring De Blasio IT 8

Sociologia della Comunicazione (A) Spring Sorice IT 8

Sociologia delle Relazioni Internazionali Fall Fracchiolla IT 4

Sociologia Economica Spring Fallocco IT 6

Sociologia Generale e Politica (B) Fall De Mucci IT 8

Sociologia Generale e Politica (A) Fall Orsini IT 8

Sociology Fall Pitti EN 8

Sociology of Terrorism Fall Orsini EN 6

Statistica (A) Fall De Giovanni IT 8

Statistica (B) Fall D'urso IT 8

Statistics Fall Rocci EN 8

Storia Contemporanea (A) Spring Bruni IT 8

Storia Contemporanea (B) Spring Capperucci IT 8

Storia delle Dottrine Politiche (A) Spring Maffettone IT 8








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Storia delle Dottrine Politiche (B) Spring Pecora IT 8

Storia dell'Europa Contemporanea Spring Cavallaro IT 6

Studi di Genere Spring Salvatore IT 4

Teoria e Storia dei Movimenti e dei Partiti Politici (A) Fall Capperucci IT 8

Teoria e Storia dei Movimenti e dei Partiti Politici (B) Fall Ungari IT 8


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8. Master’s Degree Course Structure

Here you can find how the Courses are structured.

8.1 Government and Policies

The master’s degree program in Government and Policies provides specialized training in the science

of administration, public policy, public economics, public management, and public law. There are four

majors:

• Communications and New Media (in Italian)

• Institutions and Policies (in Italian)

• Public Policies (in Italian)

• Public Policies (in English).

An added value is represented by the large number of senior public managers, representatives of

institutions, managers, experts, and national and international professors who are invited to discuss

their strategically and operationally important activities within their areas of expertise during

seminars, seminar series, and conferences as part of the program.

8.1.1 Major in Communications and New Media

The major in Comunicazione e Nuovi Media (Communications and New Media) trains students to be

able to strategically evaluate and manage the role of media and in general new digital communications

technologies in sectors focused on managing political processes of the government and public policies.

To this end the major has courses centred around the relationship between political communication

and E-government, on deliberative democracy with regard to new technologies and on the

interconnection between the languages of politics and new media.

First Year (2019/2020)


Diritto Amministrativo Administrative Law 8 I IT



Metodi Quantitativi per la Valutazione delle Politiche Quantitative Methods for Public Policy 8 I IT

Sistema Politico Italiano The Italian Political System 6 I IT

Storia delle Istituzioni in Europa History of the European Institutions 8 I IT

Analisi e Valutazione delle Politiche Pubbliche Analysis and Evaluation of Public Policies 8 II IT

Diritto dell'Informazione e della Comunicazione Communication and Information Law 6 II IT

Economia Pubblica Public Economics 8 II IT

Public Management Public Management 8 II IT



Innovazione Democratica Democratic Innovation

6

I

IT

Linguaggi della Politica e dei Nuovi Media Politics and New Media

6 I IT

Open Government 6 I IT

2 Electives Courses 6+6 I IT/EN

Elective Courses: At the end of the first year, students must compile study plans online through Web


study plan. It is also possible to pick courses from Departments other than Political Sciences (master’s

degree courses only).


Asian Studies 6 I EN

Teorie e Tecniche del Lobbying Theories and Techniques of Lobbying 6 I IT

Eu Institutions and Decision Making 6 II EN

The Politics of Cultural Heritage in Europe 6 II EN

Diplomacy and Negotiation 6 I EN

Urban Law and Policy 6 I EN

EU Labour Law and Social Policies 6 I EN

International Protection of Cultural Heritage 6 I EN

Monetary Policy, Economic Growth and International Affairs 6 I EN

Russian History and Politics 6 I EN

Security Studies 6 I EN

The EU External Action 6 I EN

Leadership nelle Organizzazioni Pubbliche 6 I IT



Campaigning e Organizzazione del Consenso Campaigning and Organization of Consensus 6 I IT

Diritto Sanitario Health Law 6 I IT

Geografia Politica Political Geography 6 I IT

Islam in Europa: migrazioni, integrazione e sicurezza 6 I IT

Opinione Pubblica e Comportamento Politico Public Opinion and Political Behaviour 6 I IT

Geopolitical Scenarios and Political Risk 6 I EN

Studi Strategici Strategic Studies 6 II IT

Additional Credits: For the Languages you can visit the website of University Language Centre.

Activity ECTS

Language Skills 8

Introduzione allo Studio delle Reti Introduction to Network Science 2

Workplace Skills 8

Final Exam 14

8.1.2 Major in Institutions and Policies

The major in Istituzioni e politiche (Institutions and Policies) provides students with the theoretical

and operational skills needed to work in public institutions in the broad sense (local, national and

international administrations, as well as lobbyists, political parties, corporate institutional relations,

etc.). The program includes specialist courses focused on the decision-making logic that characterizes

the elected assemblies, the dynamics of European economic policy, multilevel governance and the

ethical rules that should frame the action of public office holders.








Federalismo, Autonomie e Sussidiarietà 6 II IT

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Federalism, Independences and Subsidiarity





Diritto Delle Assemblee Elettive Elective Assemblies Law 6 I IT

Etica Pubblica Public Ethics 6 I IT

Politica Economica Europea European Economic Policy 6 I IT

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Islam in Europa: Migrazioni, Integrazione e Sicurezza 6 I IT







Activity ECTS

Language Skills 8

Workplace Skills 8

Final Exam 14

8.1.3 Major in Public Policies (in Italian)

A distinctive element of the majors in Politiche Pubbliche (Public Policies) in Italian and English is the

analysis of empirical data, both from surveys and from official statistics related to the socio-economic

variables affected by public policies. The majors introduce theories and models in the study of public

policies and prepare for an interdisciplinary and comparative critical analysis of several specific areas

related to the cohesion of the European Union, health, energy and environment as well as social and

labour aspects. Particular attention is dedicated to methods of evaluating public policies in terms of

goals to achieve, the means to reach them, and the effectiveness of the results related to the goals set.








Politiche della Sanità Health Care Policy 6 II IT








Politiche di Coesione dell'Unione Europea Cohesion Policy of the European Union 6 I IT

Politiche Energetiche e Ambientali Energy and Environmental Policy 6 I IT

Politiche Sociali e del Lavoro Labour and Social Policies 6 I IT































Activity ECTS

Language Skills 8

Introduzione allo Studio delle Reti Introduction to Network Science 2

Workplace Skills 8

Final Exam 14

8.1.4 Major in Public Policies (in English)

A distinctive element of the majors in Politiche pubbliche (Public Policies) in Italian and English is the

analysis of empirical data, both from surveys and from official statistics related to the socio-economic

variables affected by public policies. The majors introduce theories and models in the study of public

policies and prepare for an interdisciplinary and comparative critical analysis of several specific areas

related to the cohesion of the European Union, health, energy and environment as well as social and

labour aspects. Particular attention is dedicated to methods of evaluating public policies in terms of

goals to achieve, the means to reach them, and the effectiveness of the results related to the goals set.



Administrative Law 8 I EN

Quantitative Methods for Policy Evaluation 8 I EN

The Italian Political System 6 I EN

European Institutional History 8 I EN

Analysis and Evaluation of Public Policies 8 II EN

Health Care Policy 6 II EN

Public Economics 8 II EN

Public Management 6 II EN



The Policy of EU Structural Funds 6 I EN

Energy and Environmental Policy 6 I EN

Welfare and Labour Policy 6 I EN






















Activity ECTS

Language Skills 8

Workplace Skills 8

Introduction to Network Science 2

Final Exam 14

8.2 International Relations

The master’s degree in International Relations provides students with a multidisciplinary approach

that can help them understand and deal with problems that are ever more supranational, in an

increasingly globalized world. The program is divided into three majors:

• International Relations (held in Italian),

• European Studies (held in English),

• Global Studies (held in English).

Here you can find how the courses are organized.

8.2.1 Major in European Studies

The major in European Studies, taught entirely in English, provides tools for understanding European

social phenomena and the progressive growth of the role of supranational European organizations.

Using the comparative method, courses analyse the political, legal, historical, philosophical and

economic aspects of these processes. Among the areas studied, attention is paid to the Mediterranean,

a crossroads of cultures and traditions in which Europe must now play a decisive role.






Comparative History of Political Systems 8 I EN

Comparative Politics 8 I EN

International Organization and Human Rights 6 I EN

International Public Policies 8 I EN

Comparative Public Law 8 II EN

Global Justice 6 II EN

History and Theory of European Integrations 8 II EN

International Economics 8 II EN



European Economics 8 I EN

Mediterranean Studies 8 I EN




















Activity ECTS

Language Skills 8




Workplace Skills 8


Final Exam 14

8.2.2 Major in Global Studies

The Global Studies major, held in English, focuses on global issues that are markedly reshaping the

international political landscape. A number of courses analyse global economic, political, legal, social

and philosophical transformations. In addition, special emphasis is given to the Arab world as an area

where global changes are posing major challenges, both within the Arab world and in its relationship

with other macro-regions such as Europe.



Comparative History of Political Systems 8 I EN

Comparative Politics 8 I EN

International Organization and Human Rights 6 I EN

International Public Policies 8 I EN

Comparative Public Law 8 II EN

Global Justice 6 II EN

Islam: Culture and Politics 8 II EN

International Economics 8 II EN



Global Trade 8 I EN

History of International Relations 8 I EN






















Activity ECTS

Language Skills 8

Workplace Skills 8


Final Exam 14

8.2.3 Major in International Relations

Graduates of the major in International Relations, taught in Italian, will be able to fully understand the

connections between the various legal, economic, historical and political phenomena, and will be able

to work in multicultural and multilingual areas. This academic program has been designed to give

intellectually curious and flexible students the tools to adapt to new and diverse contexts; to enable

them to synthesize information and come up with original solutions, thanks to the integration of skills

that comes from the study of different and complementary disciplines.



Storia Comparata dei Sistemi Politici Comparative History of Political Systems 8 I IT

Economia Internazionale International Economics 8 I IT

Organizzazione Internazionale e Diritti Umani International Organization and Human Rights 8 I IT

Politiche Pubbliche Internazionali International Public Policies 8 I IT

Diritto Pubblico Comparato Comparative Public Law 8 II IT

Global Justice 6 II IT

Diritto Internazionale dell'Economia e dell'Ambiente International Economic and Environmental Law 8 II IT

Politica Comparata Comparative Politics 8 II IT






Economia Europea European Economics 8 I IT

Storia delle Relazioni Internazionali History of International Relations 8 I IT




























Activity ECTS




Language Skills 8

Workplace Skills 8


Final Exam 14

8.3 Global Management & Politics

The master’s program is offered by the Department of Business and Management in cooperation with

the Department of Political Science.

The master’s degree program in Global Management and Politics, held entirely in English, aims at

balancing topics related to management with socio-political issues, on the ground that global

managers must be aware of the intricacies of global politics.

The study plan starts with the exploration of the economic, legal and economic-business foundations

of global management. The course of studies then focuses on organizational and strategic issues and

ends with the analysis of important issues related to the political implications of globalization,

international relations, the dynamics of international governmental and non-governmental

organizations and activities related to representing corporate, stakeholder and institutional

interests. The expected professional profile differs from the ones acquired via a pure managerial

education due to the addition of political skills.



Political Economy of Globalization 6 I EN

Managerial Economics 6 I EN

Global Organization Design and HRM 6 I EN

Financial Reporting and Performance Measurement 6 I EN

Research Methods for Social Sciences 6 I EN

Corporate Strategy 6 II EN

Cross-Cultural Management 6 II EN

Data Analysis for Social Sciences 6 II EN

International Trade Law 8 II EN

Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability Lab 4 II EN


Core Program Courses (3 among the followings) ECTS Sem. Language of Instruction

Global Politics 6 I EN

International Institutions and Global Governance 6 I EN

Global History 6 I EN



Political Risk Analysis 6 I EN

Lobbying in a Multilevel World 6 I EN

Global Stakeholders Engagement 6 I EN

3 Elective Courses 6+6+6 I/II EN

The list of the elective courses will be provided by the Department at the end of the I year.

Additional Credits

Activity ECTS

Language Skills Development: Communication and Negotiation 4

Internship or Project Work 8

Laboratory of Ethics, Responsibility, Sustainability 4

Final Exam 14



9. Master’s Degree Summary Table of Courses

Detailed information about the courses can be accessed by clicking on their titles.

Course Sem. Professor Language of instruction ECTS

Administrative Law Fall Simoncini EN 8

Analisi e Valutazione delle Politiche Pubbliche Spring La Spina IT 8

Analysis and Evaluations of Public Policies Spring Espa EN 8

Asian Studies Fall Mazzei EN 6

Campaigning e Organizzazione del Consenso Fall Panarari IT 6

Comparative History of Political Systems (A) Fall Blasberg EN 8

Comparative History of Political Systems (B) Fall Vodovar EN 8

Comparative Politics (A) Fall Fabbrini EN 8

Comparative Politics (B) Fall Morlino EN 8

Comparative Public Law (A) Spring Fasone EN 8

Comparative Public Law (B) Spring Fasone EN 8

Diplomacy and Negotiation Fall Ferrara EN 6

Diritto Amministrativo Fall Simoncini IT 8

Diritto delle Assemblee Elettive Fall Lupo IT 6

Diritto dell'Informazione e della Comunicazione Spring Falletta IT 6

Diritto Internazionale dell'Economia e dell'Ambiente Spring Sciso IT 8

Diritto Pubblico Comparato Spring Decaro IT 8

Diritto Sanitario Fall Morana IT 6

Economia Europea Fall Messori IT 8

Economia Internazionale Fall Farina IT 8

Economia Pubblica Spring Kostoris IT 8

Energy and Environmental Policy Fall Lanza EN 6

Etica Pubblica Fall Pellegrino IT 6

Eu Institutions and Decision Making Spring Christiansen EN 6

Eu Labour Law and Social Policies Fall Ales EN 6

European Economics Fall De Romanis EN 8

European Institutional History Fall Orsina EN 8

Federalismo, Autonomie e Sussidiarietà Spring Bifulco IT 6

Geografia Politica Fall Giordano IT 6

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M146/0/LM2PGPB/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M093/0/LM2PGPC/2019


https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SKN/0/LM2PGBASE/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/T037/0/LM2PGBASE/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M043/A/2R2LMRE/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M043/B/2R2LMRE/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SKA/A/2R2LMRE/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SKA/B/2R2LMRE/2019



https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M230/0/LM2PGBASE/2019


https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/S09/0/LM2PGPI/2019


https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M101/0/2R2LMRR/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SCC/0/2R2LMRR/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SIL/0/2R2LMBASE/2019


https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/S56/0/2R2LMRR/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SCY/0/LM2PGPC/2019


https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/AH3/0/LM2PGPI/2019



https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M110/0/2R2LMRE/2019




Geopolitical Scenarios and Political Risk Fall Scognamiglio EN 6

Global Governance Through Interreligious Dialogue Spring Sangalli EN 6

Global Justice Spring Pellegrino IT 6

Global Justice (A) Fall Di Paola IT 6

Global Justice (B) Fall Gentile IT 6

Global Trade Fall Passacantando EN 8

Health Care Policy Spring Donina/Mattei EN 6

History and Theory of European Integrations Spring Telò EN 8

History of International Relations Fall Cavallaro EN 8

Innovazione Democratica Fall Sorice IT 6

International Economics (A) Spring De Arcangelis EN 8

International Economics (B) Spring Garonna EN 8

International Organization and Human Rights (B) Fall Cherubini EN 6

International Organization and Human Rights (A) Fall Bakker/Francioni EN 6

International Protection of Cultural Heritage Fall Francioni EN 6

International Public Policies (A) Spring Thatcher EN 8

International Public Policies (B) Spring Christiansen EN 8

Islam in Europa: Migrazioni, Integrazione e Sicurezza Fall Corrao IT 6

Islam: Culture and Politics Spring Corrao EN 8

Italian Political System Fall Emanuele EN 6

Leadership nelle Organizzazioni Pubbliche Fall Tani IT 6

Linguaggi della Politica e dei Nuovi Media Fall Peverini IT 6

Mediterranean Studies Fall Corrao EN 8

Metodi quantitativi per la valutazione delle politiche Fall De Giovanni IT 8

Monetary Policy, Economic Growth and International Affairs Fall Magnani EN 6

Open Government Fall De Blasio IT 6

Opinione Pubblica e Comportamento Politico Fall De Sio IT 6

Organizzazione Internazionale e Diritti Umani Fall Saccucci/Sciso IT 8

Politica Comparata Spring De Mucci IT 8

Politica Economica Europea Fall Simoni IT 6

Politiche della Sanità Spring Esposito IT 6

Politiche di Coesione dell'Unione Europea Fall Leonardi IT 6

Politiche Energetiche e Ambientali Fall Taraborrelli IT 6

Politiche Pubbliche Internazionali Fall Sacchi IT 8

Politiche Sociali e del Lavoro Fall La Spina IT 6

Public Economics Spring Iozzi EN 8

Public Management Spring Brunetta EN 6

Public Management Spring Espa IT 6

Quantitative Methods for Policy Evaluation Fall Pappalardo EN 8

Russian History and Politics Fall Pellicciari EN 6

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M314/0/2R2LMBASE/2019


https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SKQ/0/2R2LMRR/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SKQ/A/2R2LMRE/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SKQ/B/2R2LMRE/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M112/0/2R2LMRG/2019


https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M109/0/2R2LMRE/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SLH/0/2R2LMRG/2019


https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SHX/A/2R2LMRE/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SHX/B/2R2LMRE/2019







https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M111/0/2R2LMRG/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SKT/0/LM2PGPB/2019



https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SNF/0/2R2LMRE/2019







https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/S46/0/2R2LMRR/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/AH4/0/LM2PGPI/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/M097/0/LM2PGPO/2019












Security Studies Fall Magrassi EN 6

Sistema Politico Italiano Fall D'alimonte IT 6

Storia Comparata dei Sistemi Politici Fall Gervasoni IT 6

Storia delle Istituzioni in Europa Fall Castellani IT 8

Storia delle Relazioni Internazionali Fall Niglia IT 8

Studi Strategici Spring Caracciolo IT 6

Teorie e Tecniche del Lobbying Fall Petrillo IT 6

The Eu External Action Fall Cremona EN 6

The Policy of Eu Structural Funds Fall Nanetti EN 6

The Politics of Cultural Heritage in Europe Spring Thatcher EN 6

Urban Law and Policy Fall Iaione EN 6

Welfare and Labour Policy Fall Sacchi EN 6


https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SKD/0/LM2PGPC/2019



https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SJX/0/2R2LMRR/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/S59/0/LM2PGBASE/2019

https://www.luiss.edu/cattedreonline/corso/SIN/0/LM2PGBASE/2019








10. School of Government

The Luiss School of Government (SoG) is a graduate institution training high-level public and private

officials to handle political and government decision-making processes. It is committed to provide

theoretical and hands-on skills of good government to the future heads of the legislative, governmental

and administrative institutions, industry, special-interest associations, non-governmental groups,

political parties, consultancy firms, public policy research institutions, foundations and public affairs

institutions.

The SoG provides its students with the skills needed to respond to current and future public policy

challenges. While public politics was enclosed within the state throughout most of the last century, the

same thing cannot be said for the new century. Public politics is now actively conducted outside and

beyond the state. Not only in Europe but also around the world, states do not have total control over

those public political processes that influence their decisions. While markets are Europeanised and

globalised, the same cannot be said for the state.

The educational contents of the SoG reflect the need to grasp this evolving scenario since it combines

the theoretical aspects of political studies (such as political science, international relations, economics,

law, history, sociology, organisation and management) with the practical components of government

(such as those connected with the analysis and evaluation of public policies, public opinion, interests’

representation, advocacy and organizational leadership). The SoG thus represents an innovative

centre for scientific and professional training. The first in Italy, one of the few in Europe.

The School creates strong capacity in national and international governance by offering opportunities

of advanced education and training in policy and public management. Its master courses prepare

students for high-level positions in government institutions, European and international

organizations, industry, private sector consultancies, NGOs and public policy research centres.

Students are trained to apply modern theories and techniques of public policy development taking into

consideration the political and social context where these policies are designed and implemented. All

courses involve strong interactions with renowned European and international personalities and

practitioners via guest lectures, policy debates and colloquia.

For information about the master programmes offered by the School of Government, please visit:

http://sog.luiss.it/

Please note that these courses are not open to exchange students.

http://sog.luiss.it/



11. School of European Political Economy

Efficient interaction with European institutions can determine the success of public and private

companies. It represents a key-factor for the growth of big and medium-sized firms in all member

states of the European Monetary Union. Companies often lack a thorough and adequate knowledge of

the European regulatory framework, and European institutions need to improve their capacity to

assess the impact of regulation on the private sector.

The School of European Political Economy (SEP) is a twin and complementary institution to the Luiss

School of Government (SOG). Both operate under the umbrella of the Luiss School of Governmental

Studies (LSGS).

The aim of the School is to establish a research and policy centre focused on European affairs and

capable of providing valuable input to the Italian and European debate on the process of European

integration and institution building, with a view toward strengthening the Italian government’s

ability to develop effective strategies.

In order to achieve this goal, the School takes advantage of Luiss ability to attract prominent

researchers and experts. It also benefits from around forty Senior Fellows, all of whom add notable

international connections. These scholars broaden their cultural outreach by circulating their

research through the SEP website (sep.luiss.it), connecting them to related institutions in Italy and

abroad, and provide suggestions to help orient the School’s activities. The Senior Fellows, as well as

prominent speakers from both the public and private sector, are periodically invited to be part of our

successful seminar program on selected research and policy topics.

SEP has also established links with the main centres of European economic research, where its faculty

is already actively involved. Through its Visiting Fellowship program, the School invites both junior

and senior international scholars to stay for one to three months in Rome. Here, the Visiting Scholars

can further and share their research project, before presenting it to the SEP community during one of

our recurring seminars.

SEP offers a second-level Master in European Economic Governance (MEEG). It is a one-year program

taught in English, aiming to form experts on European regulatory issues by providing a solid

background in advanced economics and a deep understanding of EU and EMU institutions. It

culminates in an eight-week program in Brussels, at the Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS),

where students can gain practical experience through frontal lectures, seminars, interactive sessions,

and visits to the European institutions.



In conjunction with the School of Public Administration, SEP also offers a one-year Master in Scienze

Comportamentali e Amministrazioni (SCA). Taught in Italian, it aims to provide participants with the

knowledge and skills necessary for management-level jobs in Italian public administration.

For information about the master programmes offered by the School of Government, please visit:

http://sep.luiss.it

Please note that these courses are not open to exchange students.

http://sep.luiss.it/



12. School of Journalism

The School of Specialisation in Journalism “Massimo Baldini” is part of the Department of Political

Science at Luiss Guido Carli and offers 40 places per year for graduates coming from various

disciplines.

Attendance is mandatory for a two-year period.

The School is recognised by the Italian Order of Journalism and has a teaching staff of 55 experts,

comprising professors holding various university chairs, journalists and highly qualified professional

tutors.

Each of the two courses, in the two academic years, include about 33 disciplines for a total of 600

classroom hours and approximately 1,400 hours in laboratories dedicated to text editing, video-

composition and radio-television.

During the practical activities use is made of technologically advanced didactic structures together

with Ansa news bulletins and telematic services through Internet.

During the year, Seminars are organised discussing particular themes, and comparisons in the

communications sector are made between Italy and other countries, with the participation of foreign

experts and journalists.

Technical-professional training is furthered by the use of the periodical: the multi-weekly Agency,

Luiss MediaNews.

Students are assisted by a group of journalists specialised in various fields who, acting in the capacity

of tutors, collaborate with radio-television technicians and computer experts to promote and co-

ordinate the preparation of features and practical activities for video composition, television filming,

recording of radio interviews and the mounting of television newscasts and news-bulletins.

At the end of the two years of attendance, the acknowledgement of the apprenticeship is obtained,

according to the agreements of the Order of Journalists.

For information about the School of Journalism, please visit: http://giornalismo.postlauream.luiss.it/

Please note that the courses of this school are not open to exchange students.

http://giornalismo.postlauream.luiss.it/?doing_wp_cron=1562923612.7618520259857177734375



13. Useful information for Guest Students

Detailed information for guest students about life in Rome (cost of living, public transportation,

accommodation, libraries, administrative formalities, etc.) is available on our website.

13.1 Useful websites on Italy and Rome

Italy

www.italia.it

goitaly.about.com

www.article.student.com

Rome

www.turismoroma.it

www.romacheap.it

www.comune.roma.it

13.2 Frequently asked Questions and Contacts

If you have any more questions, please visit the FAQ section of our websIte. Should you need any

further information please feel free to contact us at:

Student Exchange Office

Viale Romania, 32

00197 Rome - Italy

Tel. +39-06-85225642/5389

Fax +39-06-85225505

E-mail [email protected]

Web site www.luiss.it/it

https://www.luiss.edu/sites/www.luiss.it/files/Useful_Information_2019-2020.pdf

http://www.italia.it/it/home.html

http://goitaly.about.com/

http://www.article.student.com/

http://www.turismoroma.it/

http://www.romacheap.it/

http://www.comune.roma.it/

http://www.luiss.edu/students/erasmus-and-exchange-students/faqs-frequently-asked-questions


http://www.luiss.it/it



Drop-in hours

From Monday to Friday, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

13.3 How to Reach the University Campuses

Buses from Termini Station to Viale Pola, Via di S. Costanza, Via Parenzo: Line 38, 62, 82, 90

Buses from Termini Station to Viale Romania: Line 223, 360, 910

(you can use MuoversiaRoma)

http://muovi.roma.it/

Documents

ECTS Course Catalogue...ECTS Course Catalogue Political Science 2019/2020 September 2019 4 of 55 1. The information brochure, 2. The application form/learning agreement, 3. The transcript