DiCEM 

Cultural Heritage Studies

Overview 

Key Information
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