Admission – Comparative Literature and Cultures

The academic and disciplinary requirements for admission are the following:

A) for Curriculum 1 (Western-Eastern) and Curriculum 2 (European):

• At least 16 ECTS in the language of study chosen as Language 1 in the Second-Cycle Degree (i.e. Laurea Magistrale/ Master Degree) and 8 ECTS in the corresponding Literature (24 ECTS total); and
• At least 16 ECTS in another foreign language and at least 8 ECTS (24 ECTS total) in the corresponding literature, chosen as Language 2 in the Second-Cycle Degree (i.e. Laurea Magistrale/ Master Degree). 

In the case of combined examination in “Language and Literature”, the equivalence will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the competent Committee. The Admissions Committee reserves the right to consider applications with a lower number of scientific-disciplinary credits in the following languages (provided that ECTS have been obtained in related linguistic, literary and philological areas): Albanian, Romanian, Finnish, Hungarian, Czech, Serbo-Croatian and Bulgarian. 

B) for Curriculum 3 (Comparative Literature: English, Italian, Chinese)

• At least 16 ECTS in the L-LIN/12 area and at least 8 ECTS either in L-LIN/10 or L-LIN/11;
• At total of at least 16 ECTS earned in the following areas: Italian Studies (L-FIL-LET/10, LFIL-LET/11, L-FIL-LET-12), literary criticism (L-FIL-LET/14) or in Philology (L-FIL-LET/09, L-FIL-LET/13, L-FIL-LET/15) OR at least 16 ECTS in the L-OR/21 area for those who intend to continue studying the Chinese language.

In accordance with current legislation, the ECTS required in the scientific-disciplinary areas necessary for admission to the Second-Cycle Degree Program must already have been obtained by the student at the time of enrolment. In the case of degrees obtained in foreign countries, the Committee, chaired by the Coordinator, reserves the right to assess the alignment of the course content with the corresponding scientific-disciplinary areas. Additionally, the Committee will evaluate the equivalence of the number of teaching hours and the exams taken compared to the number of ECTS credits required for admission. The assessment of the student's individual preparation will vary according to their specific curriculum. Graduates are admitted to the degree program based on verification of the required minimum graduation grade (105/110) and the fulfillment of the specified subject requirements. Admission of graduating students is subject to obtaining the degree with a minimum grade of 105/110 by February 28th of the following year and meeting the required subject-specific qualifications.

By the deadlines specified in the admission calendar, applicants must complete the online form at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/M9juXh5Hq8

Please note: the form will not be accessible during the following time periods: between the application deadline and the publication of the results (for example: June 30– July 4, September 16 – September 23, October 14- October 21, November 28 – December 5).

When completing the form, you will be required to upload the following documents to a OneDrive folder, in a single PDF file renamed with your "Last Name and First Name" (e.g., Rossi Mario):

• Completed and signed application form;
• Bachelor's degree certificate or self-certification, including a list of exams taken and your final grade;
• Any relevant language proficiency certificate;
• A valid ID or passport copy.

Note that: after uploading the PDF file to the OneDrive folder, you must return to the form and click SUBMIT.

You will only be contacted if your application is incomplete or incorrect.

This procedure also applies to:

• students requesting an abbreviated study plan;
• those transferring from other universities or changing programs;
• graduating students who will complete their degree by February 2026.

Applications will be reviewed by a dedicated Committee, which will assess the relevance of each candidate's academic background based on the established criteria. The evaluation reports (link below) will be published by the dates specified in the Admission Calendar.

Candidates who meet the requirements outlined in the program regulations may submit their application for the Second-Cycle Degree (i.e. Laurea Magistrale/Master Degree) in Comparative Literature and Cultures during the following admission phases:

• from July 1, 2025 to September 6, 2025
• from October 31, 2025 to November 8, 2025, for graduates by the autumn session
• from February 24, 2026 to February 28, 2026, for graduates between December and February

Applications can only be submitted by completing the online form (Microsoft Form).

In the above-mentioned form, applicants must attach a copy of their degree certificate (indicating the grade, list of exams taken and ECTS credits) along with a copy of a valid identification document within the form.

Applications must be submitted by 12 AM (midnight) on the specified deadline date without exception. Failure to submit by the specified deadlines will result in disqualification from the selection process. The omission of the required attachments will result in the application being rejected. (NOTE: By clicking on "form," you will begin the application process during the periods specified above. Within the form, there is a link to upload the required attachments. Once you have completed the form, be sure to click "submit" to receive the confirmation message).