Italian Medieval and Renaissance Studies
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc | On-Campus | Full-time | 3 | October | find out | €2642 per year |
Our tuition fees will not exceed 2700 euros per year. Scholarship and fee waivers are available for international students, for more information visit our website.
About Italian Medieval and Renaissance Studies, BSc - at University of Padua
The Bachelor’s degree offers an in-depth encounter with Italian language, tradition, and cultural heritage. Focusing on the centuries when Italy led Western art and literature, i.e. the late Middle Ages and Renaissance, it adopts a cross-disciplinary approach combining the study of texts, images, music, and performative arts. Strong theoretical courses are combined with interactive workshops in libraries, museums, and cultural institutions, for an on-site exploration of Italian culture.
Programme structure
1st Year: Contemporary Italian Language, Language Structures, Language Variations and Usages, Italian Language in the Middle Ages, Italian Literature in the Middle Ages, Italy in the Middle Ages, Making Art in Medieval Italy, Universities and the Spread of Secular Learning, Written Sources and Documentary Practices, Illuminated Manuscripts and Scriptoria.
2nd Year: Italian Language through History and across the World, Italian Language in the Renaissance, Latin for Beginners, Italian Literature in the Renaissance, Early Modern and Renaissance Italy, Making Art in Renaissance Italy, The Early Modern Court: Pageants, Music, Art and Theatre, The Early Printed Book and the Printing Press, Renaissance Music and Polyphonic Practice
3rd Year: Academic Writing in Italian, Latin Literature, Ancient Greek for Beginners, The Survival of the Classical Heritage in Renaissance Italy, Medieval and Early Modern Libraries: the History of Reading, Disseminating and Communicating Italian Culture, Between East and West: From Byzantium to Renaissance Italy.
Please note that the first 3 semesters of the programme are taught in English and the following 3 are taught in Italian.
Career opportunities
Graduates work in the field of dissemination of the Italian language, tradition, and cultural heritage. They may teach Italian as a foreign language, hold positions at Italian cultural institutes in Italy and abroad, work in museums, libraries, and tourism organisations related to Italian culture.
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Entry requirements
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Why study at University of Padua
1) A diverse portfolio of study programmes – a multidisciplinary university offering a cutting-edge portfolio of study programmes.
2) High-quality education – top-250 Times Higher Education university, top-160 QS Employability Ranking 2020, first in Italy for the quality of its teaching. A qualification from the University of Padua means the achievement of an ambitious objective and a recognised education.
3) World-leading research university – best Italian university for the quality of research results (ANVUR). Among the best European universities for the number of the top 10% most frequently cited publications.
4) Quality support services – 90% students satisfied with their academic career and their student life (AlmaLaurea).
5) One of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe – established in 1222, the University has a glorious history and boasts among its scholars and professors Galileo Galilei and Elena L. Cornaro-Piscopia, the first ever woman to receive an academic degree from a university in 1678.
6) An international community – 2.100 international students welcomed in 2021 and a long tradition of international cooperation, participation in international networks of excellence as well as in research and education projects, welcoming students and scholars from all over the world.
7) Competitive tuition fees and scholarships – the University offers competitive tuition fees in comparison to other top-ranked European universities, plus a vast array of scholarships for students with an excellent study record.
8) A univer- city! – a unique learning environment in a university which is deeply connected to its city and urban pattern. University students represent 30% of the city population.
9) A city, unlike any other – Padua blends historical tradition, art and culture with flourishing business and service industries.
10) Strategic location – easy connections to main Italian and international cities allow you to travel for tourism or visiting home.