Master Histoire, Civilisations, Patrimoine

At Université Paris Cité, tuition is 292 USD per year.

Université Paris Cité offers this master's degree in Histoire, Civilisations, Patrimoine, or history, civilizations, and heritage, based in Paris, France. This field of study covers the academic discipline of history alongside the study of civilizations across different periods and regions, and the field of heritage, which addresses how historical and cultural artifacts, sites, and traditions are preserved, studied, and presented to the public. Students typically study historical research methods, historiography, the history of specific civilizations or periods, and the theory and practice of heritage conservation, museum studies, and cultural heritage management. Coursework often combines archival research training with study of how heritage institutions such as museums, archives, and cultural sites operate, including the professional practices involved in cataloguing, conserving, and interpreting historical collections and sites for researchers and the public. Depending on the specific orientation chosen within the program, students may also study the management of cultural heritage projects, the legal and ethical frameworks governing heritage preservation, and the use of digital tools in historical research and heritage documentation. Graduates of history and heritage programs pursue careers as researchers, archivists, museum professionals, heritage managers, and roles within cultural institutions, government heritage agencies, and organizations responsible for preserving and promoting historical and cultural patrimony. Some graduates continue toward doctoral research in history or heritage studies. The degree spans two years, is taught in French, with an anticipated start in September and yearly tuition of 250 EUR. Completing this program in Paris combines rigorous historical training with practical grounding in heritage professions.