Master in History of Art and Archaeology : General
UCLouvain (Université catholique de Louvain)
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The Master’s degree puts emphasis on a practical approach to the history of art and archaeology : museum visits, concerts, study visits in Belgium and abroad, in collaboration with museums (the museums of Louvain-la-Neuve, Mariemont, musical instruments, etc.), issues relating to museums ; practical exercises in different laboratories ; work experience in the field : archaeological excavations, museums, research laboratories etc.
Career Opportunities
Our graduates work in professions related to heritage and archaeology: excavation departments, building archaeology, management of listed buildings, artistic and archaeological collections or museums, heritage, conservation, specialist travel, organisation of exhibitions, etc.; the fields of culture and communication: art galleries, buying and selling works of art, valuation, restoration, guiding, education, cultural mediation, journalism, publishing, etc.; research.
Program Curriculum
The Master’s degree offers you: a demanding methodological training which is applied to your subject of research; a programme combining different optional courses and focuses according to your interests and the professional profile you wish to develop; the possibility of a study visit abroad or work experience in the field; top class supervision and the most up to date technological tools.
Admission Requirements
You have gained your Bachelor’s degree in the history of art and archaeology and your curiosity about objects and works from the past and the present has grown; wish to continue developing your sensitivity and your scientific investigation skills; wish to become a specialist, with the most up to date knowledge in your chosen field; seek to enhance your profile with professional skills and to benefit from the opportunity to put them to the test in the field.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About UCLouvain (Université catholique de Louvain)
UCLouvain (Université catholique de Louvain)
Brussels, Belgium
UCLouvain (Université catholique de Louvain) is one of Belgium's largest and most prestigious universities, founded in 1425, offering programmes across science, engineering, medicine, humanities,...
University Profile- Start Date September
- Language French / English
- Duration 2 years
- Credits 120
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