Cultural Heritage Studies
Overview
| Key Information |
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| Italian University Classification code: L-1 Duration: 3 years Admission requirements: Italian secondary-school leaving qualification or international equivalent Admission test(s)/interview: Basic Skills Assessment Test |
This 3-year programme aims to provide students with professional skills relevant to archaeological, artistic, demo-ethno-anthropological, library and archives heritage management.
The modules in the programme curriculum will allow students to
▪ gain comprehensive academic training, both theoretical and methodological, in the literary, historical and geographical fields
▪ acquire in-depth and extensive expertise in the archaeological, artistic, historical-documentary and demo-ethno-anthropological fields
▪ receive essential training in legislation relevant to heritage management and conservation
Course Structure
The programme is based on:
▪ lectures
▪ practicals
▪ research workshops/seminars, jointly supervised by members of the academic and teaching staff
▪ internships, in Italy or abroad
▪ archaeological fieldwork
▪ field trips and guided tours supervised by senior members of the academic staff
Year 1
| Module | Semester | Learning Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latin Language and Literature | First | 30 | 6 |
| IT Skills for Cultural Heritage Management | First | 36 | 3 |
| Greek History | First | 36 | 3 |
| Medieval History | First | 36 | 3 |
| Modern History | First | 36 | 3 |
| Contemporary History | First | 36 | 3 |
| Cultural Anthropology | First | 60 | 12 |
| Cultural Anthropology B | First | 36 | 3 |
| Geography | First | 60 | 12 |
| Contemporary History | First | 36 | 3 |
| Contemporary History | First | 36 | 3 |
| Contemporary History | First | 36 | 3 |
| Contemporary History | First | 36 | 3 |
| Contemporary History | First | 36 | 3 |
| Contemporary History | First | 36 | 3 |
| Contemporary History | First | 36 | 3 |
Year 2
Year 3
Admission Requirements
The programme has unrestricted admission: applicants are however required to take a Basic Skills Assessment Test.
TEST FORMAT
10 multiple-choice questions for each of the following sections:
▪ English Language proficiency
▪ Latin Language skills
▪ Problem-solving and Critical thinking skills
▪ Italian Language and Grammar proficiency
The pass mark for each section is 6/10: in case of a lower mark in the Latin and English Language sections, applicants will be required to fulfil the Additional Learning Requirements (in Italian: Obblighi Formativi Aggiuntivi - OFA).
How to Apply
Careers
Job options directly related to this degree include:
▪ Archive and Library Assistant
▪ Hospitality, Travel and Tourism Officer
Jobs requiring further study and/or specialist training include:
▪ Secretary/administrator; General Affairs Assistant
▪ Event Manager
▪ Museum Technician
▪ Library Technician
Fees and Funding