Presentation

Level:

Master's Degree

Degree Classification:

LM-43 R (Information technology methods for the humanities)

Venue:

Venice

Language:

English

Attendance:

Not compulsory

Duration:

2 years

ECTS/CFU:

120 credits

Admission:

Open

How to enrol

If you are enrolling with a qualification obtained in Italy, follow the procedure described on the page:

Admission and enrolment

If you are enrolling with a qualification obtained abroad, follow the procedure described on the page:

Admission and enrolment with an international qualification

Why choose this programme

1

the programme integrates knowledge from various fields with an emphasis on interdisciplinarity. It examines the relationship between the humanities and digital technologies while facilitating the promotion and dissemination of cultural activities

2

this unique programme in Italy encompasses areas of academic excellence at Ca’ Foscari, including literature, philology, history, art history, and archaeology, enhanced by the international activities of the Venice Centre for Digital and Public Humanities

3

the training in Digital and Public Humanities enables students to interpret the world and cultural heritage through the lens of technology and innovation, bridging the past and future with new digital and multimedia tools

Overview After graduation Where Contacts

Overview

The Master’s Degree in Digital and Public Humanities at Ca’ Foscari University combines the humanities and computer science to promote, enhance, and disseminate cultural content. The programme is taught entirely in English.
Its multidisciplinary approach bridges different areas of knowledge and fosters cross-cutting skills, connecting past and future through digital and multimedia tools.
The main areas of study include computer science, linguistics and literature, history, law, art, and archival studies. Lectures are complemented by workshops and laboratory activities organised in collaboration with the Venice Centre for Digital and Public Humanities at the Department of Humanities, which hosts the programme.
Students are also required to complete a 150-hour internship with companies, institutions, or organisations, in Italy or abroad, to develop professional and technical skills applicable to both employment and research.

Opinions

Stefano Dall’Aglio

Stefano Dall’Aglio

Programme coordinator

“In a changing world, we believe that also the way we approach the humanities should change. By combining traditional subjects such as philology, literature, history, art history, archaeology, and cultural heritage with new methodologies like informatics and public engagement, we believe we can prepare our students for a wide range of careers, including some that do not yet exist.”

Beatrice Maggian

Beatrice Maggian

Student

“The programme stands out for its innovative approach and its way of connecting the humanities with the digital world. It truly represents the future of humanities studies, as it allows students to preserve and promote cultural heritage using technological tools. Its delivery entirely in English encourages an international learning environment, while the strong foundation in computer science — including programming and data management — makes the training more comprehensive and current.”

International network, experience abroad and employment

Ca' Foscari has over 1,500 partnerships with international institutions, including programmes like Erasmus+ and Overseas, enabling students to study and intern abroad.

Ca' Foscari's Career Service guides you into the world of work with advice services, CV support, meetings with institutions and companies, and the search for and setup of training internships in Italy and abroad.

What you will study
Study plans for the academic year 2025/2026

Digital and Public Humanities [FMR11-2525]

After graduation

you will be well versed in the design, production, and enhancement of web resources, the digital management of cultural assets, and Public Humanities

you may find employment in the cultural industry, within cultural institutions, and in specialised centres, including digital publishing, management and promotion of cultural heritage and resources, intercultural activities, and user engagement, particularly through social media

Where

Department of Humanities
Malcanton Marcorà, Dorsoduro 3484/D, Calle Contarini, 30123 Venice (Italy)

Contacts

Humanistic Campus

ADiSS - Humanistic Campus
‌ Malcanton Marcorà [ITA], Dorsoduro 3484/D, 30123 Venice (Italy)

Campus services: campus.umanistico@unive.it
Humanistic area internships: stage.areaumanistica@unive.it
Information tutors: tutor.campusumanistico@unive.it

Services for students and appointment reservation  

Degree programme website (permalink): www.unive.it/degree/fmr11