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Cultural Heritage in the Near and Middle East, and in Africa Sapienza University of Rome

Highlights
Tuition fee
2821 EUR / year
2821 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
2821 EUR / year
2821 EUR / year
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Duration
24 months
Duration
24 months
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Campus location
Roma, Italy
Campus location
Roma, Italy
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Master's Degree course in English “Cultural Heritage in the Near and Middle East, and in Africa” is aimed at the study of the Mediterranean and the Asian region of the Near and Middle East (including Egypt).  Learn more with this programme in Cultural Heritage in the Near and Middle East, and in Africa from  Sapienza University of Rome.

Overview

Key facts

The master's degree program in English, promoted by the University's internationalization program, aims to offer students from the countries of the MENA area a specialized educational and training program and, at the same time, to provide professional skills for Italian and Europeans who want to acquire specific knowledge to be used appropriately for job opportunities and collaboration with national and international bodies that promote training and enhancement projects on the spot.Training in these areas is also specifically pursued through laboratories and specialized practical internships for the acquisition of skills in field reconnaissance, excavation, restoration for conservation purposes, study and conservation of material culture and archaeological remains, analysis of sources in languages history of the macro-region, planning and drafting of museum and territorial enhancement projects.The course also includes the realization of internship activities in the classroom (eg thematic workshops), as well as participation in archaeological excavation, reconnaissance, study of materials, epigraphic, philological missions, etc., which can be organized both in Italy and in in the countries where the archaeological missions of Sapienza are active.Graduates in "Cultural Heritage in the Near and Middle East, and in Africa" ​​will have the requisites to access, by means of a relative competition or selection if required, the specific Doctorates, Specialization Schools and Level II Masters. Learn more with this programme in Cultural Heritage in the Near and Middle East, and in Africa from  Sapienza University of Rome.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Archaeology of Eurasia
  • Semitic Philology
  • Persian Language and Literature
  • Prehistory of the Near East
  • Archaeology of the Eastern Roman Provinces
  • Ancient Topography: Methods and Techniques
  • Digital Archaeology

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
OR
80
IELTS
5.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Roma, Italy

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Required

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
OR
80
IELTS
5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree (three-year or equivalent) with a background in archaeology, or, alternatively, in epigraphy, history of art, philology and cultural anthropology, Museology, Cultural Heritage Law. Applicants should have a basic knowledge of archaeological sciences, history, languages, and ancient literature of the Mediterranean and Western Asia territories, including Egypt and North and East Africa. 
  • Graduates/Candidates must have acquired at least:
  • 84 CFU (or equivalent credit hours) in Archaeology, History, Philology
  • 6 CFU (or equivalent credit hours) in one or more of the following disciplines: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Architecture, Engineering, Computer Science, Law. 
  • MINIMUM GPA: 75/100
  • Upper Intermediate - Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Level B2 

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    2821 EUR / year
    ≈ 2821 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    2821 EUR / year
    ≈ 2821 EUR / year

Additional Details

1.€2,821/year standard fee; ISEE-based reductions may apply.

2.Foreign-income filers pay €300–€1,500/year, based on country of origin.

Living costs

Roma

Italy
850 - 1450 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Cultural Heritage in the Near and Middle East, and in Africa.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available

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