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Academic Programs & Resources

Explore a legacy of knowledge through our ancient-focused academic disciplines and innovative educational approaches.

Departments of Distinction

Classical Studies

Uncover the languages, philosophies, and history of ancient civilizations through primary source research and modern analysis.

Archaeological Sciences

Modern techniques in excavation, preservation, and digital reconstruction of Helic and Etruscan artifacts.

Cultural Preservation

Training in the ethical stewardship and digital archiving of ancient relics and historical knowledge transmission.

Programs & Courses

Undergraduate Programs

  • • BA in Ancient Languages
  • • BA in Historical Conservation
  • • BS in Archaeological Sciences

Graduate Programs

  • • MA in Comparative Civilizations
  • • PhD in Historical Research
  • • MS in Digital Archaeology

Academic Leadership

Dean of Academic Affairs

Professor Dr. Elena Vittori leads our department with over 25 years of experience in ancient Etruscan inscriptions and cultural preservation. She oversees interdisciplinary research initiatives.

Research Director

Dr. Lucio Maltempo manages over 50 active excavation sites, guiding students through fieldwork and advanced artifact recovery techniques. His lab has recovered over 2000 artifacts since 2010.

Academic Facilities

Cultural Archives

Our 120,000-volume library holds manuscripts from the Hela region, digital reconstructions, and interactive historical databases.

Virtual Labs

3D modeling, chemical analysis tools, and geological mapping systems available for archaeological research and experiments.

Research Grants

Over €2 million distributed annually to support student-led archaeology projects in the Hela region and its borderlands.

Academic Calendar

Academic Year 2025-2026

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Archaeology Field Program: October 15 - November 4
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Summer Research Symposium: June 20-24
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Archival Internship Applications Due: March 30

Major Deadlines

Admission Applications Due May 31
Graduate Research Proposal Deadline: May 15

Have Academic Questions?

Our academic advisors help with course planning, field research opportunities, and program requirements.

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