Second Cycle Degree/Two Year Master in History and Oriental Studies

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Understanding the present through the study of history

The history of civilizations across different continents, from antiquity to the contemporary age, with interdisciplinary approaches.

  • Place of teaching Bologna
  • Language Italian
  • Degree Programme Class LM-84 R -
  • Degree Programme Director Alice Bencivenni
  • Type of access Open access
  • International programmes Double/Multiple degree
  • Department History and Cultures - DiSCi
  • Proposed paths (Curricula)
  • State Programme will run only following the completion of the established ministerial procedure.

What to keep in mind

News, events, and notices for your studies

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IISS Call for Scholarship Applications – Italian Institute for Historical Studies

The Italian Institute for Historical Studies announces a call for applications for scholarships aimed at young graduates in historical, philosophical, and literary disciplines. Deadline: July 31.

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"Felice Gianani" Foundation Scholarship – 2025 Edition

The Foundation is offering a scholarship to pursue advanced studies in legal-economic subjects, with a focus on national and international financial markets. Deadline: 28 February 2026.

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"Paola Bora" award for gender studies theses

The award, announced by the Casa della Donna Association of Pisa, is assigned to theses on gender issues in the fields of philosophy, history, anthropology, and literature. Deadline: 31 October.

12 Jun07 Oct

Sir Denis Mahon international essay award

The award includes a grant for the most outstanding essay that reflects the studies, research, and interests of Sir Denis. Deadline: 6 October.

17 Jun16 Apr

"A Thesis for National Security" Award

The Department of Intelligence and Security is launching an award dedicated to the best master’s theses on topics of interest to the intelligence community. Deadline: 15 April 2026.

Study grants and subsidies

Who it's for: Studio al primo anno, Studio dal secondo anno in poi, Ho una laurea

Bando per l’assegnazione di 327 contributi da 2.000 euro ciascuno a sostegno di studentesse e studenti in condizioni di disagio iscritti all’a.a. 2024/25

Deadline: 05 set 2025, 12:00

Study grants and subsidies

Who it's for: Studio al primo anno, Studio dal secondo anno in poi

DiSCi - Bando per la selezione di studenti e studentesse per mobilità extra-Ue nell’ambito del progetto "Bōsai and climate change" - prot. 4323

Deadline: 27 giu 2025, 12:00

Study grants and subsidies

Who it's for: Studio al primo anno, Studio dal secondo anno in poi, Ho una laurea

Bando per il programma di mobilità internazionale TNE - Studio

Deadline: 14 nov 2025

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