Applied Sciences to Cultural Heritage, Materials and Sites
University of Padua
About this program
Applied Sciences to Cultural Heritage, Materials and Sites
The Master’s degree acknowledges the recent scientific advances in the investigation of cultural heritage materials at different scales, from the site/landscape survey to diagnostics at the molecular and atomic levels, and the interpretation of derived information. Based on truly interdisciplinary collaborations, the program offers the theoretical background and the necessary practical knowledge towards the application of scientific methods to archaeological and cultural heritage materials.
Admission requirements
Bachelor diploma (or equivalent)
- A minimum three-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Chemical and Physical Sciences, Engineering, Computers Sciences, Architectural and Environmental Sciences, Geological Sciences, Geography, Turism Sciences, Cultural Heritage, Archaeology, or Human Sciences, with proven skills and/or motivation in Archaeological Sciences and Conservation of Cultural Heritage
- Additional entry requirements – Entry title and GPA
Language requirements
English - B2 level (CEFR) or equivalent.
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1st Year
- Integrated analysis of cultural heritage materials,
- Geomorphology of archaeological landscapes and sites,
- Suite of courses on Materials properties and conservation (stone materials, binders, biomaterials),
- Geoarchaeology and micromorphology,
- Dating techniques,
- Geophysics for cultural heritage,
- Macromolecules and genetics,
- Communication and digital experience in CH
2nd Year
- Historical buildings and sites,
- Suite of courses on Materials properties and conservation (ceramics, pigments, metals, glass),
- Remote sensing for archaeology,
- Databases and data processing,
- Authentication,
- History and theory of restoration,
- Urban history,
- Management and valorization of cultural heritage
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
Tuition Fees: €2,533 per year
Qualification
Credit: 120 ECTS
Career paths
Graduates work as archaeologist, archaeological scientists, consultants and planners for diagnostic programs of sites and CH objets, managers of archaeological sites, consultants and planners for Museums, consultants and planners for conservation programs. In Italy, they can specialize further and enroll in the list of professional archaeologists. Their competences and knowledge will be unique for the interpretation and valorization of archaeological and CH materials.
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The University of Padua
The University of Padua is a world-leading research-intensive university that has been driving global change since its foundation in 1222. Loyal to its motto Universa Universis Patavina Libertas (Paduan freedom is universal for everyone), it has always been a bastion of...
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- During eight centuries, students, researchers and alumni have provided key contributions to the advancement of knowledge, science and society.
- Padua offers a broad and comprehensive portfolio of programmes (over 180, both at undergraduate and postgraduate level; 29 programmes are held completely in English).
- Interconnections among the different disciplines generate a vibrant and stimulating learning environment, where international students (over 3,000), staff and alumni support the development of the University's mission at global level.
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