Dr. Axel Gampp

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Biography

Axel Christoph Gampp studied Art History, Philosophy, and Sociology in Basel and Zurich. He completed his dissertation on urban planning in the Roman countryside during the 17th and 18th centuries. In 2002, he obtained his habilitation with a focus on Italian art theory of the Early Modern period. His research interests encompass Early Modern Italy, art theory, Swiss art history, as well as issues related to mimicry and gesture in architecture.

Research Interests

Art Theory Early Modern Italy Swiss Art History Mimicry and Gesture in Architecture

Requirements for University of Basel

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 180 ECTS Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects (e.g., 90 ECTS in Math/CS for Data Science)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or current transcript of records
  • Diploma Supplement (if available)
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of valid passport or ID card
  • Evidence of language proficiency (C1 level recommended for English/German programs)
  • Proof of payment of application fee (CHF 100)
Specialization Notes

The University of Basel generally requires C1 level proficiency in the language of instruction. For most English-taught Masters, TOEFL (min 92-95) or IELTS (min 7.0) is the standard.