Dr. Francesca Corazza

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Francesca Corazza is a Doctoral Fellow at Topoi, focusing on the intersection of ancient civilizations, medicine, and late antiquity through the lens of Greek papyri. Her research centers around the practical knowledge and medical practices in ancient Mediterranean cultures, specifically examining how these practices were documented and transmitted through time. Corazza's work involves extensive analysis of ancient texts to uncover the societal and medical insights they provide. She has presented her findings at various conferences, contributing significantly to discussions on the editing of scientific texts from antiquity. Her dissertation investigates the mapping of bodies and souls as represented in ancient manuscripts, shedding light on the conceptualization of health and medicine in early civilizations.

Research Interests

Requirements for Topoi Excellence Cluster

Doctorate Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:95
Prerequisites
Master's degree in a field of ancient studies or related discipline Dissertation project dealing with the ancient world Proof of financing for three years (scholarship or scientific position)
Application Checklist
  • Completed Application Form
  • Cover Letter (1 page)
  • Dissertation Project Proposal (8-10 pages)
  • Work Plan and Schedule
  • Curriculum Vitae (Résumé)
  • Copies of Degree Certificates (B.A. and M.A.)
  • Two Letters of Reference from University Professors
  • Writing Sample (10-20 pages)
  • Certificate of English Language Skills (Level C1 for Freie Universität, B2 for others)
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Berlin Graduate School of Ancient Studies (BerGSAS). Programs include Ancient Languages and Texts, Ancient Philosophy and History of Ancient Science, Landscape Archaeology and Architecture, and Ancient Objects and Visual Studies.