Studying at the University of Verona

Here you can find information on the organisational aspects of the Programme, lecture timetables, learning activities and useful contact details for your time at the University, from enrolment to graduation.

Study Plan

A.A. 2024/2025 A.A. 2023/2024 A.A. 2022/2023 A.A. 2021/2022 A.A. 2020/2021 A.A. 2019/2020 A.A. 2018/2019 A.A. 2017/2018 A.A. 2016/2017 A.A. 2015/2016 A.A. 2014/2015 A.A. 2013/2014 A.A. 2012/2013 A.A. 2011/2012 A.A. 2010/2011 A.A. 2009/2010 A.A. 2008/2009

This information is intended exclusively for students already enrolled in this course.
If you are a new student interested in enrolling, you can find information about the course of study on the course page:

Laurea magistrale in Editoria e giornalismo - Enrollment from 2025/2026

The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.

1° Year

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
6
B
IUS/10
6
B
INF/01
1 course to be chosen among the following
12
B
L-LIN/01 ,M-FIL/01
12
B
L-FIL-LET/11 ,L-FIL-LET/12
1/2 courses to be chosen among the following
6
B
M-STO/04
12
B
SECS-P/08
6
B
M-GGR/02
6
B
SPS/01
6
B
SPS/07
1 course to be chosen among the following
6
B
L-ART/07
6
B
SPS/08
3 courses to be chosen among the following
6
C
L-LIN/12
6
C
M-STO/08
6
C
L-ART/06
6
C
L-LIN/12
6
C
L-LIN/10
6
C
L-LIN/04
6
C
L-LIN/03
6
C
L-LIN/14
6
C
L-LIN/13
6
C
SPS/02
6
C
M-PED/01
6
C
L-ART/06
6
C
L-LIN/21
6
C
L-LIN/21
6
C
L-LIN/07
6
C
L-LIN/05

2° Year  activated in the A.Y. 2019/2020

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
1 course to be chosen among the following
6
B
L-ART/06
6
B
L-ART/06
1 course to be chosen among the following
12
B
INF/01
12
B
M-PSI/06
Tirocinio specifico in ambito giornalistico o editoriale
6
F
-
Dissertazione
24
E
-
activated in the A.Y. 2019/2020
ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
1 course to be chosen among the following
6
B
L-ART/06
6
B
L-ART/06
1 course to be chosen among the following
12
B
INF/01
12
B
M-PSI/06
Tirocinio specifico in ambito giornalistico o editoriale
6
F
-
Dissertazione
24
E
-
Modules Credits TAF SSD
Between the years: 1°- 2°
12
D
-

Legend | Type of training activity (TTA)

TAF (Type of Educational Activity) All courses and activities are classified into different types of educational activities, indicated by a letter.

A Basic activities
B Characterizing activities
C Related or complementary activities
D Activities to be chosen by the student
E Final examination
F Other training activities
S Placements in companies, public or private institutions and professional associations
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padvanced
mMasterful

Applied publishing lab (m)   (2018/2019)

Teaching code

4S02380

Teacher

Alessandro Bigardi

Coordinator

Alessandro Bigardi

Credits

6

Language

Italian

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

M-STO/08 - ARCHIVAL SCIENCE, BIBLIOGRAPHY AND LIBRARIANSHIP

Period

Sem. 2A dal Feb 18, 2019 al Mar 30, 2019.

Lessons timetable MoodleMoodle Seminars 0

Learning outcomes

The course aims to provide the students with the basic tools and skills to independently design the cover of a book according to the canons of the contemporary publishing industry.

Program

The course will focus in explaining the role of the cover in the current publishing market situation, concerning stylistical, technical and communicational aspects. During the course will be analyzed the works and the creative methods of top of the notch contemporary designers. Moreover, students will be guided to get acquainted with the main aspects of creating a book jacket, starting from reading the manuscript and proceeding up to the graphic realization using softwares such as Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop.

Reference texts
Author Title Publishing house Year ISBN Notes
Martin Fahrner Dalla parte del bene Keller 2018 9788899911331
James Leo Herlihy E il vento disperse la nebbia Centauria 2018 9788869212772

Examination Methods

The exam will consist of two tests in progress. Each test will consist in designing a book jacket for each of the novels assigned (see reference books). The jackets will be evaluated taking into account the overall graphic quality and the concept as well. More details and guidelines will be provided in class.

Bibliography for non-attending students:
- Bigardi A., Innovating through design: the work of the US cover designer Chip Kidd, Logos – Journal of the World Publishing Community, vol. 29, n. 4, 27 February 2019, pp. 26-36
- Drew N., Sternberger P., By Its Cover. Modern American Book Cover Design, New York, Princeton Architectural Press, 2005
- Eskilson S. J., Graphic Design. A History, London, Laurence King, 2007
- Kidd C., Work: 1986-2006. Book One, New York, Rizzoli USA, 2005

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE