Cultural Heritage in the Near and Middle East, and in Africa

No specific Additional Learning Requirements (OFA) are foreseen. However, the Degree Programme’s Quality Assurance Group monitors students’ previous academic backgrounds and incoming careers in order to identify potential challenges and design targeted measures to support the integration of students coming from different undergraduate programmes and from various Italian or international universities.

The programme of supplementary and integrative activities within the Degree Course is particularly diverse, fully reflecting the multidisciplinary and cross-cutting nature of both the curriculum and the teaching staff. Through these activities, students gain valuable professional experience and acquire essential tools for a holistic understanding of cultural heritage, both tangible and intangible.

Participation in the numerous initiatives promoted by the course instructors (e.g. such as workshops on various aspects of cultural heritage, laboratories for the analysis and cataloguing of archaeological materials, seminars in Oriental languages, field visits, archaeological excavations, and lecture series by visiting professors) offers students the opportunity to explore a range of professional approaches, develop practical skills, and engage with an international academic environment.

Students are required to earn a total of 12 ECTS credits through these supplementary activities. The number of credits awarded for each activity varies according to its learning objectives and the level of participation involved.
 

Participation in the numerous initiatives promoted by the Degree Programme’s faculty (e.g., workshops on various aspects of cultural heritage, laboratories for the analysis and cataloguing of archaeological materials, seminars in Oriental languages, field visits, archaeological excavations, and lecture series delivered by visiting professors) offers students the opportunity to acquire diversified practical strategies, develop professional skills, and engage with an international academic environment.

Students earn a total of 12 ECTS credits allocated to other educational activities. The number of credits awarded for each individual activity varies according to its learning objectives and the level of participation required.

The final examination consists of the defence of a Master’s thesis, comprising a written document in English that presents the results of original research conducted on an archaeological, historical, linguistic-literary, or other research topic consistent with the objectives of the Master’s Degree Programme.

The preparation of the thesis, under the supervision of an academic advisor, normally takes place during the second year of the programme.

The final examination consists of the defense of a master’s thesis, written in English, presenting the results of original research conducted on an archaeological, historical, linguistic-literary, or other topic relevant to the objectives of the Master's Degree Programme. The thesis is usually prepared during the second year of the programme, under the supervision of a faculty advisor.
For formatting guidelines in line with Sapienza standards, please refer to the following webpage:
https://www.uniroma1.it/it/pagina/impaginazione-della-tesi-e-logo

For the graduation session calendar, required procedures, and deadlines, please refer to the following page on the Faculty website:
https://lettere.web.uniroma1.it/it/calendario-delle-sedute-di-laurea-2025-2026

The Degree Programme provides, on the Sapienza Moodle e-learning platform, a dedicated page with practical information, including support materials for the preparation of the thesis (https://elearning.uniroma1.it/course/view.php?id=20800).

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The establishment of welcome and integration services specifically dedicated to the degree programme — including a senior tutor and scholarship-funded tutors — provides concrete support to students both at the time of enrolment and throughout their academic journey.
These figures work alongside the teaching staff in managing communications and contribute to the implementation of improvement measures aimed at enhancing the quality of the learning experience and fostering a cohesive student community.

Thanks to their multidisciplinary book and archival collections, the Faculty’s numerous libraries (https://lettere.web.uniroma1.it/it/biblioteche) offer students the opportunity to explore a wide range of topics related to the Degree Programme and to engage with a rich and stimulating study environment.

Thanks to their multidisciplinary book and archival collections, the Faculty’s numerous libraries (https://lettere.web.uniroma1.it/it/biblioteche) offer students the opportunity to explore a wide range of topics related to the Degree Programme and to engage with a rich and stimulating study environment.

Sapienza’s Career Service supports students and graduates in the delicate transition from university studies to the job market by offering a wide range of services, including:

assistance and information on available services;
individual career guidance counselling;
CV review;
a training catalogue for career orientation and employability development;
partnership agreements with companies to implement placement and career guidance initiatives;
reserved recruitment selections;
organisation of recruiting and career guidance events;
organisation of Career Days.

Career support is implemented through specific activities organised by the Career Service and/or by Faculties and other University structures, as well as in collaboration with companies, public and private external bodies, and professional associations.

Career guidance activities may include seminars, workshops, and thematic events focusing on career orientation, transversal skills, and career management skills (e.g., soft skills, CV writing, active job search strategies, video CVs, social networks, Employability Lab, etc.).

To foster connections with companies and organisations, the University organises Recruiting Days, Career Days, Testimonial Days, company presentations, company visits, assessment sessions, Business Games, mentoring programmes, and other placement-related initiatives, including those involving Alumni and corporate mentorship schemes. These events may be held either online or in person and are aimed at identifying the most suitable profiles for professional opportunities offered by companies.

Seminars, workshops, and thematic events dedicated to placement (e.g., innovation, start-ups, business incubation, professional focus sessions, Innovation Camp, etc.) are also available to students and graduates.

Students and graduates can access the JobTeaser Sapienza online platform to:

create and customise their CV;
apply for job opportunities consistent with their academic profile;
consult the list of companies and associations registered on the platform and contact them independently;
register for recruiting events, company presentations, and upcoming Career Days.

Each year, the Career Service organises the University Career Day, open to students and graduates from all eleven Sapienza Faculties, as well as several thematic or Faculty-specific Career Days, such as the Career Day in Humanities and Social Sciences; the Career Day in Economic and Legal Sciences; and the Career Day in STEM disciplines.

Services, the calendar of events, and opportunities dedicated to students and graduates are published on the University website at:
https://www.uniroma1.it/it/pagina/career-service-studenti-e-laureati

The Career Service also manages its social media channels on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn, where it promotes services, calls for applications, competitions, and other opportunities dedicated to students and graduates.

Contacts:
https://www.uniroma1.it/it/pagina/contatti-career-service

Sapienza’s Career Service supports students and graduates during the delicate transition from university to the job market, offering a wide range of services, including:

• Assistance and information about available services;
• One-to-one career counseling sessions;
• CV review and feedback;
• A training catalogue for career guidance and employability development;
• Partnership agreements with companies to implement placement and career orientation initiatives;
• Exclusive recruitment processes;
• Organization of recruiting and career guidance events;
• Organization of Career Days.

Job placement support is provided through specific activities organized by the Career Service and/or by Faculties and other university bodies, sometimes in collaboration with companies, public or private organizations, or trade associations.
Career guidance activities may include seminars, workshops, and themed events focused on job orientation, soft skills, and career management skills (e.g., CV writing, active job search strategies, video résumés, use of social networks, Employability Labs, etc.).
To facilitate connections with companies and organizations, the Career Service organizes Recruiting Days, Career Days, Testimonial Days, Company Presentations, Company Visits, Assessments, Business Games, mentoring programmes, and other placement-related initiatives, including those involving Alumni and corporate mentorships. These events can take place either online or in person and are aimed at matching candidates with job opportunities offered by participating companies.
Additional seminars, workshops, and events focused on innovation, start-ups, business incubation, professions, Innovation Camps, and more are also available to students and graduates.
Students and graduates have access to the JobTeaser Sapienza platform, which allows them to:

• Create and customize their CV;
• Apply for job opportunities aligned with their academic background;
• Browse the list of registered companies and associations and contact them independently;
• Register for recruiting events, company presentations, and upcoming Career Days.

Every year, the Career Service organizes the Sapienza University-wide Career Day, open to students and graduates from all eleven Faculties. Additionally, thematic or Faculty-based Career Days are held, such as the Humanities and Social Sciences Career Day, the Economic and Legal Sciences Career Day, and the STEM Career Day.
All services, the event calendar, and job opportunities for students and graduates are available on the university website at:
https://www.uniroma1.it/it/pagina/career-service-studenti-e-laureati
The Career Service also manages official social media accounts on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn, where it promotes services, job calls, competitions, and other opportunities for students and graduates.
Contacts:
https://www.uniroma1.it/it/pagina/contatti-career-service