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Interdisciplinary Research and Studies on Eastern Europe (MIREES)

University of Bologna Rank ##1 in Italy (QS 2024)
Tuition EUR 4,202 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,202 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Bologna, Italy
Language English

Program Overview

The Interdisciplinary Research and Studies on Eastern Europe (MIREES) at University of Bologna is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Interdisciplinary Research and Studies on Eastern Europe (MIREES) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Italy and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: EUR 4,202 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,202 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Forlì, Italy

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Interdisciplinary Research and Studies on Eastern Europe (MIREES) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Academic Writings
  2. Research Problems and Methods
  3. Bosnian-Croatian-Serbian (Language)
  4. Bulgarian (Language)
  5. Slovak (Language)
  6. Balkan Contemporary Studies
  7. Caucasus and Central Asia
  8. Jewish Studies and Socio-Religious Transitions

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

For admission to the Master of Arts in "Interdisciplinary Research and Studies on Eastern Europe" it is necessary to have:

  • a First Cycle Degree \xc2\xa0(Law, Economics, Political science, Sociology, Political Geography, Demography, Gender Studies, Anthropology, History, Philosophy, Literature, Language Studies, Cultural studies)\xc2\xa0from an Italian university or an equivalent First\xc2\xa0Cycle Degree from a non-Italian University which grants access to a Second Cycle Degree in the issuing country;
  • The knowledge of the English language at a minimum of B2 Level, according the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages;
  • The assessment of a suitable personal preparation.


English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 4,202 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,202 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 4,202 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,202 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Bologna directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Bologna

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University of Bologna

Bologna, Italy

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months