Features
Duration
2 years
Credits
120
Level
Master's degree
Access type
Open
Teaching methods
Conventional
Language
English
Area of Study
Humanities, Philosophy, Languages
Location
PAVIA - University of Pavia
Degree class
LM-2-R -
Notice Board
opportunities for students
22 January 2026
The international archaeological project at S. Vincenzo Stromboli (Aeolian Islands) offers four MedArch MA students the opportunity to undertake an internship during the 2026 excavation campaign (19 June–10 July), focusing on medieval and Roman remains within an interdisciplinary research framework.
20 January 2026
The MedArch Faculty expresses solidarity with Iranian students and their families following the violent repression of recent demonstrations, sharing the University of Pavia’s commitment to support those in need.
opportunities for students
28 November 2025
Weekly post-excavation lab starts Jan 16, 2026 (Fridays, 2–7 pm) on Tell Semhani materials: digitalization, ceramic study, database updates, and collection cleaning.
opportunities for students
15 October 2025
Discover the internship opportunities offered within the MA program and gain hands-on experience in archaeology, museums, and cultural heritage institutions.
Presentation of the Master's Degree in Ancient Mediterranean World: History, Archaeology, and Art
The voices of our professors and students will introduce you to the wide range of educational and academic opportunities offered by the Master's degree in Ancient Mediterranean World: History, Archaeology, and Art within the city of Pavia.
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Fieldwork opportunities
The course offers fieldwork opportunities, including excavations and surveys in Cappadocia (Turkey) and Italy, at sites like Hadrian’s Villa and Dos dell’Arca. Pavia University partners with institutions such as NYU, the Egyptian Museum of Turin, and Villa Adriana-Villa d’Este to enhance the study of ancient civilizations. Study trips and museum labs are integral to the experience.
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Career profile
The Ancient Mediterranean World MA equips graduates for careers in archaeology, cultural heritage management, and academic or research roles, with options to pursue further studies like a Ph.D. or Specialization School.
