Tunisia holds some of the richest archaeological sites in the Mediterranean. Carthage is the most famous. Founded by the Phoenicians, it later became a major Roman city. The Italian Archaeological School in Carthage supports research on this heritage. It was founded in Sassari, Italy, in 2016. The school brings Italian and Tunisian scholars together. Their work covers excavation, preservation, and training.
Doctoral students can join digs and study programs. Tunisia also has Roman sites like Dougga and El Djem. Dougga holds well-preserved temples and theaters. El Djem has a huge amphitheater. The Bardo Museum in Tunis displays mosaics and artifacts from these sites.
A PhD in this field means fieldwork and language study. French and Arabic help a great deal. Funding is competitive. Apply early and line up a supervisor first. Read Tunisian perspectives on higher education, explore Mediterranean archaeology in Cyprus, and see Nile Valley archaeology in Sudan.

