It is quite possible to concentrate in Italian studies without having studied the language before coming to Brown, although doing so requires an early start. Having fulfilled the language requirement (Italian 0600), students will be able to enroll in a variety of advanced courses taught in Italian, reflecting the interdisciplinary scope of Italian studies at Brown (including literature, history, history of art, media and culture). Students are strongly encouraged to take Italian Studies courses taught in English before fulfilling the language requirement. To concentrate in Italian Studies, students are required to: 1) demonstrate proficiency in the Italian language, by completing language and culture courses leading up to, and including, Italian 0600, and 2) take eight subject courses on any aspect and period of Italian culture (Italian 0600 is included in the eight subject courses). At least four of the eight courses required for the concentration should be taken in Italian. Students can fulfill concentration requirements by studying abroad in the Bologna program, for a semester or an academic year. Concentrators may transfer three courses per semester taken in Bologna toward the concentration (or six courses total for the year), provided that the courses are taught in Italian and focus on Italy.