Renaissance Studies Master of Arts
An interdisciplinary joint Master's degree programme focusing on the European Renaissance in Bonn and Florence.
Best for:Best for humanities graduates with a background in art history, literature, or classical philology looking for an international joint degree in Renaissance studies.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Renaissance Studies is an international joint-degree programme jointly offered by the University of Bonn and the University of Florence. The curriculum explores the philological, historical, and cultural dimensions of the European Renaissance through an interdisciplinary framework managed by the Departments of Romance Studies, Classical Philology, and Art History. Students split their time between Bonn and Florence, engaging with international faculty, specialized literature, and an integrated professional internship. Graduates obtain a joint degree equipping them for careers in cultural institutions, academia, and heritage management.
What you'll do
- Complete an interdisciplinary coursework curriculum across philology, cultural history, and art history
- Complete a mandatory eight-week (300 hours) practical training period in a Renaissance studies occupational field
- Complete a mobility period studying at the partner institution, the University of Florence
- Author a Master's thesis written in either German or Italian
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor of Arts in Italian Literature, Classical Philology, Art History or a similar subject
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: German (70% in Bonn), Italian (20% in Bonn, 100% in Florence), and optional English modules; Italian B2 and Latin required.
Instruction: German and Italian
- Basic academic knowledge of Renaissance culture
- Proficiency in Italian equivalent to at least B2 level CEFR
- Working knowledge of Latin
- Applicants from all countries are eligible to apply during the standard application windows.
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How to apply
Review the application guidelines on the official University of Bonn admissions portal. Submit all required application materials within the designated window for either the winter or summer semester.
- BSc + MSc transcripts
- Bachelor's degree certificate
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