Art History

Educational objectives

The main objective of the Course is to provide art-historic knowledge of a single topic, i.e. a fundamental case study in Medieval Art History.

Among the specific objectives are refining the ability to read and to frame the gothic artistic production on the base of an in-depth historiographical and critical approach.

The themes and topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the core curriculum of the Study Programme in Art History Masters Degree.

Educational objectives

The main objective of the Course is to provide art-historic knowledge of a single topic, i.e. a fundamental case study in Medieval Art History.

Among the specific objectives are refining the ability to read and to frame the gothic artistic production on the base of an in-depth historiographical and critical approach.

The themes and topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the core curriculum of the Study Programme in Art History Masters Degree.

Educational objectives

The main objective of the Course is to provide art-historic knowledge of a single topic, i.e. a fundamental case study in Byzantine Art History.
Among the specific objectives are refining the ability to read and to frame the Byzantine artistic production on the base of an in-depth historiographical and critical approach.
To this end, during the course a Seminar will be held for students who will be motivated to acquire more advanced critical categories and a more articulated methodological approach to research by group and individual work.
A parallel objective will be also the development of an adequate awareness about artistic heritage and its valorization.
The topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the core curriculum of the Study Programme in Art History Masters Degree.

Educational objectives

This advanced Course on art criticism is aimed at improving the students' critical tools for interpreting the diverse modes of producing, seeing, and describing a visual representation. It also provides the necessary tools in order to gain a deep knowledge of specific themes in an original and critical way.
serves as an introductory course for the production of original work in the field, with specific reference to the dissertation.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to offer students tools for historical-critical analysis of art from the 15th to the beginning of the 19th century - through a theme-based and chronological cut, which allows students to orient themselves in the sources and in the bibliography, in order to develop - in time - ability to read, interpret, link works and historical-artistic events.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to offer students tools for historical-critical analysis of art from the 15th to the beginning of the 19th century - through a theme-based and chronological cut, which allows students to orient themselves in the sources and in the bibliography, in order to develop - in time - ability to read, interpret, link works and historical-artistic events.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to offer students tools for historical-critical analysis of art from the 15th to the beginning of the 19th century - through a theme-based and chronological cut, which allows students to orient themselves in the sources and in the bibliography, in order to develop - in time - ability to read, interpret, link works and historical-artistic events.

Educational objectives

General aim: the students will deepen their knowledge of aspects of the history of contemporary art, with a particular regard to the relationship with the general development of the artistic tendencies of the 20th century.

Specific aims: students will be directed to
(a) identify styles and movements of the works under consideration;
(b) acquire full command of the specific vocabulary and methodologies of the discipline to develop their skills of expression and autonomous judgment;
(c) develop the ability to articulate links between the different readings and the knowledge acquired around a given subject;
(d) link the knowledge acquired in the history of contemporary art with other fields of study (literature, performing arts, philosophical theories).

Through lectures, workshops, and educational visits, the students will be encouraged to apply the knowledge they have gained to the new contexts, to develop their ability to analyze and compare the information.

Educational objectives

The main objective of the course is to deepen the knowledge of some aspects of art from the 19th C. to the present, with advanced historical-critical and technological tools.

Specific objectives:
a) ability to orientate oneself in the critical literature and in the direct knowledge of the phenomena addressed;
b) The ability to analyse the themes addressed, also in view of the production of personal works;
c) acquisition of autonomy of judgement and selection of sources and resources on the course topics.

During both the lectures and the visits to exhibitions, museums, artists' studios and digital repertories, students will be actively involved in order to acquire an advanced knowledge of the main exhibition and research centres related to the course topics.
The topics of the course, as well as the competences and skills that are intended to be developed, are part of the characterising contents of the degree course in Art History.

Educational objectives

The main objective of the course is to deepen the knowledge of some aspects of art from the 19th C. to the present, with advanced historical-critical tools.

As regards specific objectives, students are expected to learn or assimilate:
a) ability to orient oneself in critical literature and in direct knowledge of the phenomena addressed;
b) ability to analyze the topics addressed, also in view of the production of personal documents;
c) acquisition of autonomous judgment and selection of sources and resources on course topics.

Both during lectures and during visits to museums, exhibitions, ateliers, workshops, the active involvement of students will be solicited, in order to offer a updated knowledge of the major production and research centers related to the topics of the course.
The themes and topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the core curriculum of the Study Programme in Art History.

Educational objectives

General aim: the students will deepen their knowledge of aspects of the history of contemporary art, with a particular regard to the relationship with the general development of the artistic tendencies of the 20th century.

Specific aims: students will be directed to
(a) identify styles and movements of the works under consideration;
(b) acquire full command of the specific vocabulary and methodologies of the discipline to develop their skills of expression and autonomous judgment;
(c) develop the ability to articulate links between the different readings and the knowledge acquired around a given subject;
(d) link the knowledge acquired in the history of contemporary art with other fields of study (literature, performing arts, philosophical theories).

Through lectures, workshops, and educational visits, the students will be encouraged to apply the knowledge they have gained to the new contexts, to develop their ability to analyze and compare the information.

Educational objectives

This course explores the intersections of visual art, political practice, and feminist thought in Italy
during the 1960s and 1970s. Through the analysis of artworks, women artists' collectives, women-
only exhibitions, and contemporary critical debates, students will gain a historical-critical and
theoretical understanding of this transformative period. Special emphasis will be placed on art-
historical approaches emerging from Women's and Feminist Studies, with particular focus on the
Italian context. The course will also highlight the pivotal role of Carla Lonzi and her influential
contributions to feminist theory and art criticism.

Educational objectives

The main objective of the course is to deepen the knowledge of a given moment in the history of artistic literature.
As regards specific objectives, students are expected to learn or assimilate:
- knowledge of the historiographical debate on the chosen theme;
- the ability to analyze the works of art of the period in question through contemporary written texts;
- to elaborate an autonomous judgment on the artistic literature of the moment analyzed through today's critical literature.
In order to pursue these targets, during the course students will be asked to take part actively in the analysis of the critical texts of the historical moment in question. The themes and topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the curriculum of the Study Program in Art History.

Educational objectives

The course aims to provide students with a knowledge of gothic illumination, with special focus on style and iconography, on issues of patronage, on the context and techniques of production. Special attention will be given to the relationship between illumination and monumental painting, but also to other 14th century techniques of artistic production.
Students will be introduced to methods to correctly understand the interconnection between patronage and the function of illuminated books and to examine iconographic programmes within the historical context of production. Among the foreseen outcomes is a knowledge of the different types of illuminated books used in these contexts, both liturgical and secular, and of their distinctive features.
During the course students will acquire the ability to recognize illuminated manuscripts pertaining to the contexts considered in the module, to become familiar with the main artists and contexts considered and to analyze illumination using the specific terminology. This expected outcome will be the consequence of the interaction between the knowledge taught during the course and the further reading suggestions which will be provided in class.

The knowledge of illuminated books will allow them to acquire a more in-depth knowledge of artists working in the 14th century, in particular in Italy and beyond the Alps.
During the classes and the study visits time will be dedicated to seminarial activities, during which the students will be encouraged to actively take part and exercise in commenting and interpreting the analyzed images.

During the course suggestions for further reading will be systematically provided to enable students to gain an autonomous in-depth knowledge of the issues discussed during classes.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to analyze the history of drawing – in the wide spread of techniques and typologies – joining the experience on the works with the critical examination of the literary sources and underlining the unity among technique, style and function.
After completing this course students shall have to be able to place the works of art which have been analyzed during lessons in the right historical-critical context and they must also be able to draw up specific studies and historical-artistic reports concerning the typology of works together with the examined time.
Methodological and bibliographic supports will be supplied so that students can autonomously study in depth art-works by recognizing their chronology, draughtsmanship, provenance and style.
It will be offered the opportunity to verify the acquired abilities and at the same time the application and communication skills by devoting a few hours to a kind of flipped classroom which will conclude with a simulation that contemplates role play just in order to stimulate autonomy, making judgment and actual application of acquired knowledge.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to lead to the knowledge of the main artistic techniques through the study of literary sources and the detailed examination of the technical processes for the creation of art works. The student will develop skills in recognizing the materials and the ability to trace and interpret the enforcement procedures of the artifacts in the various branches of artistic activity. As part of the same course, the student will be led to the knowledge of modern methodological approaches to the restoration of art works, in relation to the historical evolution of the concept and business practices of the restoration over the centuries.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to lead to the knowledge of the main artistic techniques through the study of literary sources and the detailed examination of the technical processes for the creation of art works. The student will develop skills in recognizing the materials and the ability to trace and interpret the enforcement procedures of the artifacts in the various branches of artistic activity. As part of the same course, the student will be led to the knowledge of modern methodological approaches to the restoration of art works, in relation to the historical evolution of the concept and business practices of the restoration over the centuries.

Educational objectives

The course aims to achieve the following objectives:
- Provide students with advanced analytical tools for the study of Medieval architecture in Italy and Europe (from the 7th to the 14th century), employing both a thematic and chronological approach.
- Enable students to acquire a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.
- Develop individual skills in analysing, interpreting, and connecting architectural monuments with their broader historical and artistic contexts.

Educational objectives

The course aims at the development of specific competences in the field of museum education and offers a focus on the value of learning as a crucial achievement in the history of modern democracies. Lectures and activities will examine in deep some aspects of XXIst century museum mission and will consider the theoretical development which brought to consider education as one of the most important goals of modern museums. Furthermore, a selection of best practices will be considered in order to encourage students’ participation and ideas.

Among the specific objectives of the course, there will be:

a) an understanding of the theoretical, methodological and design issues related to museum education, in Italy and abroad;

b) the ability to analyze the structure, purposes and effectiveness of a didactic path, with particular attention to its narrative layout and register;

c) critical thinking and awareness with regards to the educational mission of museums, considering general social needs and individual motivation of visitors as well.

At the end of the course, students will be able to

- discuss national and international documents concerning museum education;

- create educational activities with appropriate tools;

- understand how education should always involve any museum professional.

Educational objectives

The class aims for the following learning outcomes:

1) To acquire a comprehensive knowledge and understanding, through close study of primary texts, direct exposure to art exhibitions available in Rome, and slide presentations, of the breadth and historical significance of exhibitions that have shaped art history since 1800.

2) To understand the contemporary relevance of art exhibitions as a historical phenomenon by incorporating recent scholarship with post-colonial, global perspectives;

3) To comprehend what is involved in undertaking the study of visual and textual documents, and, more specifically, to learn how to use, read in a critical fashion, and properly cite photographic documentations, films, architectural models, literary sources, ephemera, and other archival materials needed to document the immersive and multisensory experience of an art exhibition;

4) To acquire training and practice in thinking and speaking authoritatively, critically, and with originality, about a body of material that was largely overlooked in the past but has gained prominence in the last thirty years: the exhibition as a medium and an apparatus rather than as a container of objects; exhibition history as an art historical method.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to offer students tools for historical-critical analysis of photography from the 19th century to our days, through a cut of character together with the thematic and chronological, which puts students in a position to to orient oneself in the sources and in the bibliography, in order to develop - in time - personal abilities of reading, interpretation, connection between the images and the developments of the visual arts in general.

Educational objectives

The Course has the following objectives:
a) General objectives
- General knowledge of the iconological method, its origin, its developments, its main exponents.
- General knowledge of the History and culture of the Counter-Reformation.
b) Specific objectives according to the Dublin Descriptors
1) Knowledge and understanding
- Knowledge of the main iconographic themes of sacred art between the fifteenth and seventeenth centuries
- Ability to recognize the main iconographic themes of the artworks examined
2) Applying Knowledge and understanding
- Ability to recognize the main iconographic themes of European sacred art between the fifteenth and seventeenth centuries.
- Ability to apply the iconological method for the interpretation of works of art
3) Making judgements
- Ability to understand the artist’s and client’s intentions by the examination of the work of art and its creation context
- Ability to understand the meaning of the work of art in the different times and places of its use
- Ability to interpret the style of a work of art in relation to its content
4) comunication skills
- Ability to verbalize and to expose the work of art’s content.
5) Learning skills
- Ability to apply the learned knowledge and methodologies

Educational objectives

The main objective of the Course is to deepen the knowledge of a given moment in the history of collecting or of modern museology.
As regards specific objectives, students are expected to learn or assimilate:
- knowledge of the historiographical debate on the chosen theme;
- the ability to analyze the display of works o art of the period in question through contemporary sources;
- to elaborate an autonomous judgment on the historical moment analyzed through today's critical literature.
In order to pursue these targets, during the course students will be asked to take part actively in the analysis of the sources contemporary at the historical moment in question. The themes and topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the core curriculum of the Study Programme in Art History.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to offer students advanced tools for the analysis of modern and contemporary architecture in Italy and in Europe (from the 15th century to the 21st century) - through a theme-based and chronological cut, which allows students to orient themselves in the sources and in the bibliography, in order to develop - in time - ability to read, interpret, link works and historical-artistic events.

Educational objectives

In consistency with the educational purposes of the whole teaching course, aim of the teaching unit is to give students knowledge and comprehension skills in the field of "Archeologia greca e romana", that complete and/or reinforce those acquired in the first grade of studies. Moreover, it will make the students able to approach orginal themes in a research context, making more complex judgments, communicating knowledge and its process, and studying the subject in an independent and self-educational way.

Educational objectives

The course aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the main archaeological, historical-artistic, and architectural phenomena affecting Italian cities from Late Antiquity to the Late Middle Ages, with particular attention to processes of urban transformation, the interpretation of contexts and artifacts, and their relationship with the social, cultural, and productive dynamics of the societies to which they belong.
Through the integrated analysis of archaeological, architectural, and iconographic sources, the course will also explore aspects related to craft production, construction techniques, and both traditional and innovative methods of documentation and investigation.
Students will acquire methodological and critical tools useful for the analysis and interpretation of buildings, contexts, and artifacts, as well as basic skills related to the enhancement, conservation, and restoration consulting of archaeological and architectural heritage.
The course will also include practical lessons dedicated to the direct study of materials and site visits to locations and contexts of particular interest, aimed at further exploring the phenomena addressed during the lectures.

Educational objectives

In consistency with the educational purposes of the whole teaching course, aim of the teaching unit is to give students knowledge and comprehension skills in the field of "Archeologia islamica", that complete and/or reinforce those acquired in the first grade of studies. Moreover, it will make the students able to approach orginal themes in a research context, making more complex judgments, communicating knowledge and its process, and studying the subject in an independent and self-educational way.

Educational objectives

The course will examine the artistic and architectural expressions of indigenous America in the period before the arrival of Europeans. It aims to provide students with basic knowledge of the history of pre-Columbian art and architecture in one or more areas of the American continent. Following a chronological and thematic approach, students will acquire historical and architectural skills that will allow them to relate artistic expressions to the built environment, when these are in association to urban contexts, and to understand and interpret the origin, use and meaning of objects according to their historical, political and ideological context and, also, based on their production and destination.

Educational objectives

Students completing succesfully the course will acquire a solid knowledge of the main aspects of ancient Egyptian religion and religiosity that can be reconstructed from the archaeological record, and will be able to (1) critically interpret materiality as parcel and part of religious experience; (2) assess themes and problems of the archaeology of sacred in Egypt in relation to the pertinent theoretical debate and literature; (3) independently address a relevant topic by combining different sources and using the discipline-specific terminology.

Educational objectives

Biblioteconomy:

The course aims to provide students with a clear understanding of the principles and methods for positioning the library in the social context, also providing the tools for the design and management of library services.
The contents of the course are the principles and the disciplinary domain of librarianship; the objectives of libraries in relation to access to information and knowledge as a prerequisite for the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (Agenda 2030); the design and management of libraries; library services and their communication; tools for context analysis and users studies .
At the end of the course the following results are expected:
- Knowledge and understanding: students will know and be able to understand the methodological aspects related to the management of library services with particular attention to context analysis and user studies;
- Applying knowledge and understanding: students will be able to plan library objectives and services in relation to their own context;
- Autonomy of judgement: students will be able to integrate this type of knowledge with the others acquired during the degree course and to reflect on the role of libraries in society;
- Communication skills: students will be able to communicate the knowledge they have acquired by
by explaining the main theoretical and empirical aspects;
Learning skills: students will be able to plan and manage the main professional activities.

BIBLIOGRAPHY:
The course aims to provide the essential concepts relating to the history of bibliography as a discipline, the compilation and use of bibliographic repertoires and its applications in historical perspective and in the contemporary age. The student will be able to know the disciplinary development of the Bibliography and the protagonists of this story, will be able to navigate the main bibliographic tools, will know the descriptive models of the printed book and the elements present in the bibliographic descriptions, will equip himself with tools to prepare a bibliography reference for their studies.

Educational objectives

The course aims at the development of specific competences in the field of museum education and offers a focus on the value of learning as a crucial achievement in the history of modern democracies. Lectures and activities will examine in deep some aspects of XXIst century museum mission and will consider the theoretical development which brought to consider education as one of the most important goals of modern museums. Furthermore, a selection of best practices will be considered in order to encourage students’ participation and ideas.

Among the specific objectives of the course, there will be:

a) an understanding of the theoretical, methodological and design issues related to museum education, in Italy and abroad;

b) the ability to analyze the structure, purposes and effectiveness of a didactic path, with particular attention to its narrative layout and register;

c) critical thinking and awareness with regards to the educational mission of museums, considering general social needs and individual motivation of visitors as well.

At the end of the course, students will be able to

- discuss national and international documents concerning museum education;

- create educational activities with appropriate tools;

- understand how education should always involve any museum professional.

Educational objectives

The course aims at the development of specific competences in the field of museum education and offers a focus on the value of learning as a crucial achievement in the history of modern democracies. Lectures and activities will examine in deep some aspects of XXIst century museum mission and will consider the theoretical development which brought to consider education as one of the most important goals of modern museums. Furthermore, a selection of best practices will be considered in order to encourage students’ participation and ideas.

Among the specific objectives of the course, there will be:

a) an understanding of the theoretical, methodological and design issues related to museum education, in Italy and abroad;

b) the ability to analyze the structure, purposes and effectiveness of a didactic path, with particular attention to its narrative layout and register;

c) critical thinking and awareness with regards to the educational mission of museums, considering general social needs and individual motivation of visitors as well.

At the end of the course, students will be able to

- discuss national and international documents concerning museum education;

- create educational activities with appropriate tools;

- understand how education should always involve any museum professional.

Educational objectives

The course aims at the development of specific competences in the field of museum education and offers a focus on the value of learning as a crucial achievement in the history of modern democracies. Lectures and activities will examine in deep some aspects of XXIst century museum mission and will consider the theoretical development which brought to consider education as one of the most important goals of modern museums. Furthermore, a selection of best practices will be considered in order to encourage students’ participation and ideas.

Among the specific objectives of the course, there will be:

a) an understanding of the theoretical, methodological and design issues related to museum education, in Italy and abroad;

b) the ability to analyze the structure, purposes and effectiveness of a didactic path, with particular attention to its narrative layout and register;

c) critical thinking and awareness with regards to the educational mission of museums, considering general social needs and individual motivation of visitors as well.

At the end of the course, students will be able to

- discuss national and international documents concerning museum education;

- create educational activities with appropriate tools;

- understand how education should always involve any museum professional.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to lead to the knowledge of the main artistic techniques through the study of literary sources and the detailed examination of the technical processes for the creation of art works. The student will develop skills in recognizing the materials and the ability to trace and interpret the enforcement procedures of the artifacts in the various branches of artistic activity. As part of the same course, the student will be led to the knowledge of modern methodological approaches to the restoration of art works, in relation to the historical evolution of the concept and business practices of the restoration over the centuries.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to lead to the knowledge of the main artistic techniques through the study of literary sources and the detailed examination of the technical processes for the creation of art works. The student will develop skills in recognizing the materials and the ability to trace and interpret the enforcement procedures of the artifacts in the various branches of artistic activity. As part of the same course, the student will be led to the knowledge of modern methodological approaches to the restoration of art works, in relation to the historical evolution of the concept and business practices of the restoration over the centuries.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to lead to the knowledge of the main artistic techniques through the study of literary sources and the detailed examination of the technical processes for the creation of art works. The student will develop skills in recognizing the materials and the ability to trace and interpret the enforcement procedures of the artifacts in the various branches of artistic activity. As part of the same course, the student will be led to the knowledge of modern methodological approaches to the restoration of art works, in relation to the historical evolution of the concept and business practices of the restoration over the centuries.

Educational objectives

Given for granted some basic and indispensable goals (knowledge and understanding in the field of studies; ability to apply knowledge and understanding; capability of critical analysis; ability to communicate about what has been learned; skills to undertake further studies with some autonomy), the course intends to attain the following specific objectives:
- learning to analyze a complex philosophical text;
- understanding Kant’s aesthetic thought;
- discussing divergent interpretations of a philosophical text;
- learning to use philosophical thinking in relation to art works and contemporary culture.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to analyze the history of drawing – in the wide spread of techniques and typologies – joining the experience on the works with the critical examination of the literary sources and underlining the unity among technique, style and function.
After completing this course students shall have to be able to place the works of art which have been analyzed during lessons in the right historical-critical context and they must also be able to draw up specific studies and historical-artistic reports concerning the typology of works together with the examined time.
Methodological and bibliographic supports will be supplied so that students can autonomously study in depth art-works by recognizing their chronology, draughtsmanship, provenance and style.
It will be offered the opportunity to verify the acquired abilities and at the same time the application and communication skills by devoting a few hours to a kind of flipped classroom which will conclude with a simulation that contemplates role play just in order to stimulate autonomy, making judgment and actual application of acquired knowledge.

Educational objectives

To acquire knowledge of an integrated framework of the main conceptual categories of discipline and at the same time, of some important empirical acquisitions related to this framework.
The course aims to develop a broad knowledge of the historical-cultural and economic-productive events of Italian cinema with particular reference to the post-World War II period.
The course aims to develop a knowledge of the productive dynamics of contemporary Italian cinema with particular reference to the role of public funding and its impact on the aesthetic models of Italian cinema.

Educational objectives

The Art Market course aims to provide students with an understanding of the dynamics, key players, and interconnections between art, economy, media, fashion, and cultural trends, grounded in a solid knowledge of art history as a fundamental foundation. Students will explore both ancient and modern/contemporary art, focusing on practical aspects such as artwork valuation, the role of auction houses and international dealers, and strategies of major market operators. Special attention will be given to the use of online tools for research and market analysis, as well as in-depth exploration of collecting, commissioning, and the history of taste, enabling students to engage knowledgeably and professionally with what is today a major cultural and fashion phenomenon.

Educational objectives

The course aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the main archaeological, historical-artistic, and architectural phenomena affecting Italian cities from Late Antiquity to the Late Middle Ages, with particular attention to processes of urban transformation, the interpretation of contexts and artifacts, and their relationship with the social, cultural, and productive dynamics of the societies to which they belong.
Through the integrated analysis of archaeological, architectural, and iconographic sources, the course will also explore aspects related to craft production, construction techniques, and both traditional and innovative methods of documentation and investigation.
Students will acquire methodological and critical tools useful for the analysis and interpretation of buildings, contexts, and artifacts, as well as basic skills related to the enhancement, conservation, and restoration consulting of archaeological and architectural heritage.
The course will also include practical lessons dedicated to the direct study of materials and site visits to locations and contexts of particular interest, aimed at further exploring the phenomena addressed during the lectures.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to introduce to and stimulate methods of teaching art history in high schools, throught traditional and innovative, online and offline resources. From the virtual classroom to the flipped lesson, from edutainement to the debate, from Clil to Byod, from the Lim to the electronic attendance register - to name just a few - the course also introduce the students to the terms and the daily praxis of the teaching profession, with particular attention to the cross-fertilization, inclusion programs and interdisciplinary planning.

Educational objectives

The course aims to achieve the following objectives:
- Provide students with advanced analytical tools for the study of Medieval architecture in Italy and Europe (from the 7th to the 14th century), employing both a thematic and chronological approach.
- Enable students to acquire a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.
- Develop individual skills in analysing, interpreting, and connecting architectural monuments with their broader historical and artistic contexts.

Educational objectives

The course aims at the development of specific competences in the field of museum education and offers a focus on the value of learning as a crucial achievement in the history of modern democracies. Lectures and activities will examine in deep some aspects of XXIst century museum mission and will consider the theoretical development which brought to consider education as one of the most important goals of modern museums. Furthermore, a selection of best practices will be considered in order to encourage students’ participation and ideas.

Among the specific objectives of the course, there will be:

a) an understanding of the theoretical, methodological and design issues related to museum education, in Italy and abroad;

b) the ability to analyze the structure, purposes and effectiveness of a didactic path, with particular attention to its narrative layout and register;

c) critical thinking and awareness with regards to the educational mission of museums, considering general social needs and individual motivation of visitors as well.

At the end of the course, students will be able to

- discuss national and international documents concerning museum education;

- create educational activities with appropriate tools;

- understand how education should always involve any museum professional.

Educational objectives

The course aims to provide students with a knowledge of gothic illumination, with special focus on style and iconography, on issues of patronage, on the context and techniques of production. Special attention will be given to the relationship between illumination and monumental painting, but also to other 14th century techniques of artistic production.
Students will be introduced to methods to correctly understand the interconnection between patronage and the function of illuminated books and to examine iconographic programmes within the historical context of production. Among the foreseen outcomes is a knowledge of the different types of illuminated books used in these contexts, both liturgical and secular, and of their distinctive features.
During the course students will acquire the ability to recognize illuminated manuscripts pertaining to the contexts considered in the module, to become familiar with the main artists and contexts considered and to analyze illumination using the specific terminology. This expected outcome will be the consequence of the interaction between the knowledge taught during the course and the further reading suggestions which will be provided in class.

The knowledge of illuminated books will allow them to acquire a more in-depth knowledge of artists working in the 14th century, in particular in Italy and beyond the Alps.
During the classes and the study visits time will be dedicated to seminarial activities, during which the students will be encouraged to actively take part and exercise in commenting and interpreting the analyzed images.

During the course suggestions for further reading will be systematically provided to enable students to gain an autonomous in-depth knowledge of the issues discussed during classes.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to lead to the knowledge of the main artistic techniques through the study of literary sources and the detailed examination of the technical processes for the creation of art works. The student will develop skills in recognizing the materials and the ability to trace and interpret the enforcement procedures of the artifacts in the various branches of artistic activity. As part of the same course, the student will be led to the knowledge of modern methodological approaches to the restoration of art works, in relation to the historical evolution of the concept and business practices of the restoration over the centuries.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to lead to the knowledge of the main artistic techniques through the study of literary sources and the detailed examination of the technical processes for the creation of art works. The student will develop skills in recognizing the materials and the ability to trace and interpret the enforcement procedures of the artifacts in the various branches of artistic activity. As part of the same course, the student will be led to the knowledge of modern methodological approaches to the restoration of art works, in relation to the historical evolution of the concept and business practices of the restoration over the centuries.

Educational objectives

The class aims for the following learning outcomes:

1) To acquire a comprehensive knowledge and understanding, through close study of primary texts, direct exposure to art exhibitions available in Rome, and slide presentations, of the breadth and historical significance of exhibitions that have shaped art history since 1800.

2) To understand the contemporary relevance of art exhibitions as a historical phenomenon by incorporating recent scholarship with post-colonial, global perspectives;

3) To comprehend what is involved in undertaking the study of visual and textual documents, and, more specifically, to learn how to use, read in a critical fashion, and properly cite photographic documentations, films, architectural models, literary sources, ephemera, and other archival materials needed to document the immersive and multisensory experience of an art exhibition;

4) To acquire training and practice in thinking and speaking authoritatively, critically, and with originality, about a body of material that was largely overlooked in the past but has gained prominence in the last thirty years: the exhibition as a medium and an apparatus rather than as a container of objects; exhibition history as an art historical method.

Educational objectives

At the end of the course, which focuses on several case studies each year, students will have acquired the conceptual, methodological and cultural framework for analyzing the aesthetic and dramaturgical transformations of opera when it meets the stage and its media; for understanding the material and technological features of the various media of music theatre; and for mastering some crucial moments in the recent history of opera.

Educational objectives

The general goal of the course is learning theories and methods for understanding artistic
works and processes with a mediological approach. A first section is required, related the
basics of media science; a second section is oriented to acquire the theoretical foundations of
mediological reflection on arts and to deal with interpretation problems, whilw a third
section, building on the skills acquired in the first two, is dedicated to examples of
interpretation, applied in the analysis of literary, artistic and spectacular texts and works.
Overall, the learning path provides as partial objectives:
a) the knowledge of basic notions of media science and its reflection on the arts, with its
foundations in Walter Benjamin, the sociology of literature and arts of the late twentieth
century and the McLuhan’s school of Toronto, and its developments in the 21st century;
b) enhancing the ability to apply knowledge through field analysis;
c) enhancing the ability to critically elaborate knowledge and experiences on the field;
d) developing specific communication skills, as writing complex papers;
e) enhancing learning skills through a blended learning experience (mix of lectures and
seminars, online platform activities, and individual work).

Educational objectives

The Course aims to offer students tools for historical-critical analysis of photography from the 19th century to our days, through a cut of character together with the thematic and chronological, which puts students in a position to to orient oneself in the sources and in the bibliography, in order to develop - in time - personal abilities of reading, interpretation, connection between the images and the developments of the visual arts in general.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to provide knowledge and understanding of the methodological, critical and applicable aspects of the anthropological disciplines; it proposes geographical areas and sectorial perspectives in wich anthropological projects are activated; it shows the variability of anthropological fields of interest; it enables the student to master the anthropological topics in order to use them and apply them in other fields of study while using the correct specific language. With the acquired knowledge the student will be able to develop autonomous ability of connections with other disciplines in the various historical epochs and cultural contexts.

Educational objectives

The Course has the following objectives:
a) General objectives
- General knowledge of the iconological method, its origin, its developments, its main exponents.
- General knowledge of the History and culture of the Counter-Reformation.
b) Specific objectives according to the Dublin Descriptors
1) Knowledge and understanding
- Knowledge of the main iconographic themes of sacred art between the fifteenth and seventeenth centuries
- Ability to recognize the main iconographic themes of the artworks examined
2) Applying Knowledge and understanding
- Ability to recognize the main iconographic themes of European sacred art between the fifteenth and seventeenth centuries.
- Ability to apply the iconological method for the interpretation of works of art
3) Making judgements
- Ability to understand the artist’s and client’s intentions by the examination of the work of art and its creation context
- Ability to understand the meaning of the work of art in the different times and places of its use
- Ability to interpret the style of a work of art in relation to its content
4) comunication skills
- Ability to verbalize and to expose the work of art’s content.
5) Learning skills
- Ability to apply the learned knowledge and methodologies

Educational objectives

The course aims to provide students with critical, theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in the field of theatrical dramaturgy, with an integrated approach that takes into account both the historical-contextual dimension and the structural and analytical dimension of the theatrical text.

In particular, the course aims to

Acquire historical and cultural knowledge relating to the evolution of theatrical dramaturgy, with particular attention to the productive, organizational and cultural contexts that have influenced its form and content.

Understand the processual and artisanal nature of dramaturgical work, understood as a creative practice intertwined with the economic, social and cultural dimension of the theater.
Develop skills in the structural analysis of theatrical texts, through the study of fundamental elements such as the construction of conflict, the articulation of characters (protagonist, antagonist), the objectives and arcs of transformation, narrative and dialogic dynamics.

Apply theoretical and methodological tools to the reading and critical interpretation of exemplary dramatic texts, with targeted exercises that stimulate analytical autonomy and written elaboration.

Deepen the interactions between dramaturgy, direction and actor culture, in particular through emblematic case studies.

Stimulate a metacognitive reflection on the relationship between theory and practice in theatrical production, promoting a critical awareness of the entire production-dramaturgical process.

At the end of the course, the student will be able to:

historically and culturally place a theatrical text;

recognize and describe the main dramaturgical structures;

use the tools of dramaturgical analysis independently;

write coherent and articulated written contributions, capable of combining theoretical reflection and practical observation;

critically interpret the role of dramaturgy within the theatrical machine and the cultural system.

Educational objectives

Knowledge of the course topics, ability to deal with them competently, demonstrating adequate legal reasoning and logical and coherent connection between the various profiles, with attention to the propriety of language and legal terminology.

Educational objectives

The course aims to provide a general introduction to the history, theory and, above all, the application of computer science to the humanities, with a particular focus on history and archaeology. In today's world, where information technology is so widespread and has brought about such important changes in the documentation and investigation of the ancient world, made even more evident in recent years with the spread of artificial intelligence, it is not out of place to take an in-depth look at the theory and practice of the most widely used methodologies, with a view to their more correct, conscious and profitable use.
In particular, the following topics, among others, will be covered in detail:
• Information coding systems
• Measurement and graphic documentation systems
• Information systems and relational databases (traditional and web-based), languages and tools
• Structuring and publishing content on traditional and web-based media
• Markup languages: SGML, XML, HTML and dynamic web
• Free Libre and Open Source Software (FLOSS)
• Introduction to the Semantic Web
• Linked open data (LOD)
• Cloud computing
• Artificial intelligence
• Digital publishing and introduction to copyright issues

Educational objectives

The main objective of the Course is to deepen the knowledge of a given moment in the history of collecting or of modern museology.
As regards specific objectives, students are expected to learn or assimilate:
- knowledge of the historiographical debate on the chosen theme;
- the ability to analyze the display of works o art of the period in question through contemporary sources;
- to elaborate an autonomous judgment on the historical moment analyzed through today's critical literature.
In order to pursue these targets, during the course students will be asked to take part actively in the analysis of the sources contemporary at the historical moment in question. The themes and topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the core curriculum of the Study Programme in Art History.

Educational objectives

The course offers a theoretical and legal framework of cultural heritage and explores the main issues and problems of the relationship between “protection” and “enhancement.”
Subject of specific discussion will be: the definition of the concepts of “good” and “cultural” “heritage”; the analysis of the normative evolution of reference, from the principals of protection provided by the pre-unitary Italian states up to the approval of Article 9 of the Constitution, until the entry into force of the Code of Cultural Heritage and its most recent amendments and additions. It will then examine the current institutional arrangement of cultural heritage, analyzing the concrete development of enhancement and management policies also in the light of the main conceptions of enhancement prerogatives, looking at the main reference institutions. Finally, a series of case studies will be examined in order to observe the development of administrative jurisprudence on cultural heritage protection.

Educational objectives

The course aims to provide students with a clear understanding of the principles and methods for positioning the library in the social context, also providing the tools for the design and management of library services.
The contents of the course are the principles and the disciplinary domain of librarianship; the objectives of libraries in relation to access to information and knowledge as a prerequisite for the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (Agenda 2030); the design and management of libraries; library services and their communication; tools for context analysis and users studies .
At the end of the course the following results are expected:
- Knowledge and understanding: students will know and be able to understand the methodological aspects related to the management of library services with particular attention to context analysis and user studies;
- Applying knowledge and understanding: students will be able to plan library objectives and services in relation to their own context;
- Autonomy of judgement: students will be able to integrate this type of knowledge with the others acquired during the degree course and to reflect on the role of libraries in society;
- Communication skills: students will be able to communicate the knowledge they have acquired by
by explaining the main theoretical and empirical aspects;
Learning skills: students will be able to plan and manage the main professional activities.

Educational objectives

The Course has the following objectives:
- to provide the student with knowledge and understanding of the methodological, critical-problematic and applicative aspects of Medieval History, proposes area and sectorial perspectives in which research projects related to medieval history are active or can be activated;
- to show the variability of the fields of interest within which disciplinary competences can be applied;
- to develop the student's autonomous ability to relate what has been learned with other SSDs: historical, literary, artistic, cultural, economic, political, historical-religious, etc.;
- to put the student in a position to use the acquired knowledge and the specific language learned for the so-called "transversal skills" (autonomy of judgment, communication skills).

Educational objectives

The Course has the following objectives:
- to investigate major issues in modern history in its various political, economic, social and cultural rights;
- to provide the student with knowledge and understanding of the methodological, critical-problematic and applicative aspects of the Discipline. It offers area and sectorial perspectives in which research projects related to the Discipline are active or can be activated;
- to show the variability of the fields of interest within which disciplinary competences can be applied;
- to develop the student's autonomous ability to relate what has been learned with other SSDs: historical, literary, artistic, cultural, economic, political, historical-religious, etc.;
- to enable the student to use the acquired knowledge and the specific language learned for the so-called "transversal skills" (autonomy of judgment, communication skills).

Educational objectives

The Course has the following objectives:
- to investigate major issues in Contemporary history in its various political, economic, social and cultural rights;
- to provide knowledge and understanding of the methodological, critical and applicable aspects of the Discipline;
- to propose geographical areas and sectorial perspectives in which related projects are activate,
- to show the variability of fields of interest;
- to enable the student to master the specific topics in order to use them and apply them in other fields of study while using the correct specific language.
With the acquired knowledge the student will be able to develop autonomous ability of connections with other disciplines in the various historical epochs and cultural contexts.

Educational objectives

The Module aims to deepen the reading and interpretation of texts of Italian literature in a cultural-historical perspective national and European.
At the end of the Italian Literature course, by the direct reading of different texts, students will be able to acquire a good knowledge of the development of the Italian literature and of the production of authors belonging to the examined period. Furthermore they will acquire a good capability of comprehension, analysis and critic interpretation relating to the proposed literary texts, applying independently the learned methodology.

Educational objectives

The main objective of the Course is to provide art-historic knowledge of a single topic, i.e. a fundamental case study in Byzantine Art History.
Among the specific objectives are refining the ability to read and to frame the Byzantine artistic production on the base of an in-depth historiographical and critical approach.
To this end, during the course a Seminar will be held for students who will be motivated to acquire more advanced critical categories and a more articulated methodological approach to research by group and individual work.
A parallel objective will be also the development of an adequate awareness about artistic heritage and its valorization.
The topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the core curriculum of the Study Programme in Art History Masters Degree.

Educational objectives

The main objective of the Course is to provide art-historic knowledge of a single topic, i.e. a fundamental case study in Medieval Art History.

Among the specific objectives are refining the ability to read and to frame the gothic artistic production on the base of an in-depth historiographical and critical approach.

The themes and topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the core curriculum of the Study Programme in Art History Masters Degree.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to offer students tools for historical-critical analysis of art from the 15th to the beginning of the 19th century - through a theme-based and chronological cut, which allows students to orient themselves in the sources and in the bibliography, in order to develop - in time - ability to read, interpret, link works and historical-artistic events.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to offer students tools for historical-critical analysis of art from the 15th to the beginning of the 19th century - through a theme-based and chronological cut, which allows students to orient themselves in the sources and in the bibliography, in order to develop - in time - ability to read, interpret, link works and historical-artistic events.

Educational objectives

The Course aims to offer students tools for historical-critical analysis of art from the 15th to the beginning of the 19th century - through a theme-based and chronological cut, which allows students to orient themselves in the sources and in the bibliography, in order to develop - in time - ability to read, interpret, link works and historical-artistic events.

Educational objectives

The main objective of the course is to deepen the knowledge of some aspects of art from the 19th C. to the present, with advanced historical-critical tools.

As regards specific objectives, students are expected to learn or assimilate:
a) ability to orient oneself in critical literature and in direct knowledge of the phenomena addressed;
b) ability to analyze the topics addressed, also in view of the production of personal documents;
c) acquisition of autonomous judgment and selection of sources and resources on course topics.

Both during lectures and during visits to museums, exhibitions, ateliers, workshops, the active involvement of students will be solicited, in order to offer a updated knowledge of the major production and research centers related to the topics of the course.
The themes and topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the core curriculum of the Study Programme in Art History.

Educational objectives

The main objective of the course is to deepen the knowledge of some aspects of art from the 19th C. to the present, with advanced historical-critical tools.

As regards specific objectives, students are expected to learn or assimilate:
a) ability to orient oneself in critical literature and in direct knowledge of the phenomena addressed;
b) ability to analyze the topics addressed, also in view of the production of personal documents;
c) acquisition of autonomous judgment and selection of sources and resources on course topics.

Both during lectures and during visits to museums, exhibitions, ateliers, workshops, the active involvement of students will be solicited, in order to offer a updated knowledge of the major production and research centers related to the topics of the course.
The themes and topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the core curriculum of the Study Programme in Art History.

Educational objectives

Obiettivo principale: approfondire la conoscenza di alcuni aspetti dell’arte dal XIX secolo a oggi, con avanzati strumenti storico-critici.

Obiettivi specifici:
a) capacità di orientarsi nella letteratura critica e nella conoscenza diretta dei fenomeni affrontati;
b) capacità di analizzare i temi affrontati, anche in vista della produzione di elaborati personali;
c) acquisizione di una autonomia di giudizio e di selezione di fonti e risorse sui temi del corso.

Sia durante le lezioni frontali, sia durante le visite a mostre, musei, atelier d’artista, si solleciterà il coinvolgimento attivo di allievi e allieve, al fine di offrire una conoscenza avanzata anche dei maggiori centri espositivi e di ricerca relativi ai temi del corso.
Gli argomenti dell’insegnamento, così come le competenze e le abilità che si intendono far acquisire, rientrano nei contenuti caratterizzanti il Corso di Laurea in Storia dell’arte.

Educational objectives

This advanced Course on art criticism is aimed at improving the students' critical tools for interpreting the diverse modes of producing, seeing, and describing a visual representation. It provides the necessary tools in order to gain a deep knowledge of specific themes in an original and critical way. It also serves as an introductory course for the production of original work in the field, with specific reference to the dissertation.

Educational objectives

The main objective of the Course is to deepen the knowledge of a specific topic in the history of artistic literature.
- advanced knowledge of the historiographical debate on the chosen theme;
- the ability to analyze the works of art of the period in question through contemporary written texts;
- to elaborate an autonomous judgment on the artistic literature related to the chosen topic analyzed through today's critical literature.
In order to pursue these targets, during the course students will be asked to take part actively in the analysis of the critical texts of the historical moment in question. The themes and topics of the course, such as the competencies and abilities to learn, are part of the curriculum of the Study Program in Art History.

Educational objectives

The aim of the internship is to apply knowledge received during the studies to a particular business entity or public or private institution, and in that way to build a relationship between theories and practice – see art. 18, L. TREU n°196/97.

Educational objectives

The aim of the internship is to apply knowledge received during the studies to a particular business entity or public or private institution, and in that way to build a relationship between theories and practice – see art. 18, L. TREU n°196/97.

Educational objectives

The aim of the internship is to apply knowledge received during the studies to a particular business entity or public or private institution, and in that way to build a relationship between theories and practice – see art. 18, L. TREU n°196/97.