Compulsory Preliminary Knowledge Test

At the beginning of the MA course in International Sciences (LM-52), including the curriculum in European Studies, students have to take a Preliminary Knowledge Test (PKT). The PKT will be held on three dates from October onwards. Each student cannot participate in more than one test.

The PKT is not an exam: it is a 15-item multiple-choice test aimed to assess the knowledge level relating to the main areas covered in the Master’s course: Law, History, Economics. Scores will be calculated by assigning 1 point for each correct answer, and 0 points for incorrect answers or unanswered questions.

Students who score less than 3 out of 5 points in any subject area will be invited to contact the area coordinators to discuss their test results and plan how to address gaps in their initial knowledge. If these gaps are not addressed, starting from the second semester, the Teaching Committee may consider suspending the registration of exams.

For those who find it beneficial to enhance their initial knowledge, the following readings are recommended:

Law Area: [link]

History Area: Contact Prof. Gianni Silei (gianni.silei@unisi.it)

Economics Area: [link]

Additionally, please note that the following introductory courses will be organized during the first semester:

Law Area:

• Fundamentals of International Law

History Area:

• International History Lab

Economics Area :

• Principi di Economia (part of the Economia Politica course)
• Principles of Economics