Masters (MS) in Literature in Italy
7 masters programmes in literature at 7 universities in Italy are open to international students; 71% are taught in English.
Data as of August 28, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Literature programmes
7 programmes
| Programme | University | Degree | Tuition / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master in Languages and Literatures for the European Plurilingualism | Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II | Master's | — |
| Master in European, American and Postcolonial languages and literatures | Università Ca' Foscari VENEZIA | Master's | 2,687 USD |
| Master in Comparative Literature | Università degli Studi di Napoli "L'Orientale" | Master's | 2,220 USD |
| Master in William Shakespeare e il teatro moderno | Libera Università di lingue e comunicazione IULM-MI | Master's | 12,624 USD |
| Master in Philology, Literature and History of Antiquity | University of Milan | Master's | — |
| Master in Lettere Moderne | University of Siena | Master's | — |
| Master in MILLA ArtLab – The Literature and Languages of Art | University of Rome "Tor Vergata" | Master's | — |
Specialisations within literature
Literature 5 Language and Literature 2
Universities for literature in Italy
Masters (MS) in Literature in Italy: common questions
- How many literature programmes are there in Italy?
- 7 literature masters programmes at 7 universities in Italy are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.
- Can I study literature in Italy in English?
- Yes — 71% of the literature programmes in Italy in our catalogue are taught in English (5 of 7).
More on studying in Italy: tuition statistics , application deadlines or the country guide .
Planning to study literature in Italy?
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