St. John International University (SJIU) is a new American free-standing university in Vinovo-Torino (Turin), Italy. SJIU offers study abroad, undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the areas of art history, business administration, environmental architecture, environmental studies and film studies. As an American liberal arts college, SJIU provides students from across the globe the skills and tools necessary to be successful and competitive in today's job market. SJIU is dedicated to promoting humanism, fostering respect for the fundamental rights of the individual, emphasizing research, and instilling awareness of our physical and cultural surroundings. Through its high quality academic curriculum, SJIU prepares graduates to share the responsibility that each of us has towards our natural and social worlds.
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At SJIU, the academic year is divided into two 15-week semesters. In addition, two 5-week summer sessions are offered. Courses are generally worth 3 semester credits, with the exception of beginning-level language courses (4 credits). Classes are held Monday through Friday and the primary language of instruction is English. All study abroad students are required to maintain full-time enrollment status (as determined by their home institution) in order to comply with visa regulations.

Term

Semester Credits

Hours of Instruction

Semester Program

12-16

180-240

Academic Year Program

24-32

360-480

Summer I & II Programs

6-7*

90-105

*Students may pay for up to 3 more additional credits, for a maximum of 9 (135 hours of instruction).

 

Language Requirement
No prior study of Italian is necessary. Semester/year students are required to take at least one Italian language course. An exam will be held upon arrival to confirm placement in the correct level.

Course Materials
All students are required to buy the necessary textbooks and reading materials once they arrive at SJIU as course reading lists may change.

Credits and Transcripts
Transcripts are issued by St. John International University/Scuola Superiore per Mediatori Linguistici which is accredited by the Ministero dell’Università, della Ricerca Scientifica e Tecnologica (Italian Ministry of Education).

Please Note: It is up to the student’s home institution to determine if/how credits for courses taken while abroad will transfer. SJIU recommends that students seek course pre-approval from an academic advisor at their home institution prior to departure.

Internships Experiences

SJIU offers its students the chance to participate in internships experiences through agreements made with select organizations in Torino. Types of placement include: non-profit organizations, community out-reach groups, regional promotion of Italian culture and traditions (including the ‘made in Italy' movement and local food and wine production). This type of opportunity places students in direct contact with everyday life, helps them to learn the language and increases their sense of civic duty and responsibility. Students who choose to participate in an internship experience are require to maintain full-time enrollment status at SJIU.

SJIU organized internships aim to give students a broad and well-rounded experience; students can be asked to do a variety of tasks within the host organization. SJIU will take a student's interests and language preferences into consideration when planning internship experiences, however, SJIU does not guarantee internships based exclusively on the student's individual major/academic program (although they will likely be relevant). SJIU will confirm the availability of an internship for students upon acceptance into the program, however, details of placement will be confirmed upon arrival and interview.

Please Note: It may be possible to obtain college credit for internships; students should request approval directly from their home university or institution.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
JW 3-19-09