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AREAS OF STUDY
Bachelor's Degrees offer four areas of study that consist of at least 120 credits hours. Please see below for BA concentration areas per degree.
A dual degree option that also grants a US bachelor's degree is also available, in partnership with Fairfield University (CT, USA). See program page for details.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
FUA-AUF reviews applications from all over the world. We believe that the blending of cultures creates a more diverse and rich student body that adds to each student’s educational experience. Each application we receive is individually reviewed before a decision is made.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Gen Ed Requirements: Students must successfully complete at least 48 credit hours in approved General Education courses. Courses must be taken in areas outside of the student major area to satisfy the General Education requirement of FUA-AUF and consistent with General Education component distribution as detailed below: - Humanities (12 credit hours)
Core Requirements: 7-10 core courses related to the specific area of study.
Capstone Project: 3 credits
Concentration Coursework: 24-30 credits completed in selected concentration area.
General Electives, sufficient to reach a minimum of 120 credits (some programs require a higher credit load, please visit program page).
Please note: FUA-AUF requires an overall minimum grade point average of 2.00, with no more than one grade lower than C- in core courses.
For detailed information regarding each bachelor's degree program, please refer to the curricula below and the program brochure.
B.A in Cultural Studies
The 4-year B.A. curriculum in Cultural Studies provides students with a solid foundation of cultural knowledge and practices, supported by skills in writing, research, and critical thinking through interdisciplinary perspectives. The program offers the following concentrations: - Fine Arts - Art History
B.A. in Digital Publishing and Communication
The 4-year B.A. in Digital Publishing and Communication focuses on study of the disciplines and media-based projects, and challenges students to critically examine the production and meaning of media. The program offers the following concentrations: - Digital Media - E-Publishing - Visual Communication - Product Design
Direct admission to the program is granted to students enrolled in the FUA-AUF Certificate Career / AA programs in Communication and Interactive Digital Media.
B.A. in Hospitality Management
The 4-year B.A. in Hospitality Management allows students to gain fundamental skills in the area of hospitality management through the analysis of the functioning and organization of specific sectors of hospitality, such as restaurants, hotel chains, and resorts. The program offers the following concentrations: - Hospitality Management - Real Estate Management - Special Event Management - Wellness Management
Direct admission options to the program are available for students enrolled in the FUA-AUF Certificate Career / AA programs in Hospitality Management.
B.A. in Food and Wine Studies
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The 4-year B.A. in Food and Wine Studies focuses on the food and wine industry of Italy through theory and practice in the areas of food production, wine and beverage management, and wellness-oriented aspects of these disciplines. The program offers the following concentrations: - Baking and Pastry - Culinary Arts - Enology - Wellness, Health, and Nutrition
Direct admission options to the program are available for students enrolled in the FUA-AUF Certificate Career / AA programs in Food, Wine, and Wellness Studies.
B.A. in Fashion Design, Merchandising, and Media
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The 4-year B.A. in Fashion Design, Merchandising, and Media exposes students to industry practices in the rich context of Italy, a global leader of fashion. The program offers the following concentrations: - Accessory Design and Technology - Fashion Communication, Promotion, and Media - Fashion Design and Technology - Merchandising, Marketing, and Retail
Direct admission options to the program are available for students enrolled in the FUA-AUF Certificate Career / AA programs in Fashion Design, Merchandising, and Media. | ![]() |