Dr. Paolo Astorri

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Paolo Astorri is an Assistant Professor in the Section of Church History at the University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on Legal History, particularly within the context of the Early Modern Period, Law and Theology, and Northern European developments. Astorri has a keen interest in Ecclesiastical Courts and Church Discipline, exploring themes such as the role of Lutheran theologians during the Reformation, insolvency, and contract law as influenced by religious changes. His expertise has led to numerous presentations at both national and international conferences, including discussions on the definition of clandestine marriage during the Lutheran Reformation and the contractual theories of William Ames. Astorri was awarded the RefoRC Book Award in 2020 and the Van Caenegem Prize in 2022, recognizing his contributions to the field of legal history and theological scholarship.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Teaching and research in Church History focusing on legal impacts during the Reformation.

Awards

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RefoRC Book Award

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Van Caenegem Prize

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.