Bachelor in History of Art and Archaeology
About This Programme
A three-year French-taught Licence in the history of art and archaeology from prehistory to the contemporary era, awarded by Sorbonne Universite.
Course Highlights
- Covers art and archaeology from prehistory to the present.
- Spans Middle-Western and Asiatic civilisations.
- Fieldwork and technical training in archaeological methods.
- Degree awarded by Sorbonne Universite.
What You'll Study
A three-year French-taught Licence covering art and archaeology from prehistory to the contemporary era across Middle-Western and Asiatic civilisations. Follows the European ECTS system; the degree is awarded by Sorbonne Universite (Paris-Sorbonne).
First Year
- General Methodology
- Egyptology
- Ancient Near East
- Greek Antiquity
- 19th Century Art
- Extra-European Worlds: Americas, Africa, Oceania, Islam
- Art and Archaeology of Countries of Islam
Second Year
- Speciality Methodology
- Roman Antiquity
- Medieval Art (I)
- Art and Archaeology of Countries of Asia (I)
- 20th and 21st Centuries Art (I)
- Modern Art (I)
Third Year
- Medieval Art (II)
- Greek or Roman Antiquity
- Modern Art (II)
- Art and Archaeology of Countries of Asia (II)
- 20th and 21st Centuries Art (II)
- Heritage History
- Middle East, Arabic Peninsula and Gulf Countries: Archaeology, Art and Heritage (I)
- Middle East, Arabic Peninsula and Gulf Countries: Archaeology, Art and Heritage (II)
Entry Requirements
Selective admission; a SUAD entrance test may apply.
Careers
Prepares graduates for museums, heritage, archaeology, the art market and cultural institutions, or a Master in Arts and Heritage.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and the French Ministry of Higher Education (HCERES); the degree is awarded by Sorbonne Universite.
Programme Details
Award
Licence (Bachelor), 180 ECTS
Start Date
September (annual intake)
Typical Offer
French Baccalaureate 12/20 or equivalent; French B2
Duration
3 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Art & Archaeology
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 215,100 total
Apply online at sorbonne.ae. Non-refundable application fee of AED 200. Deadline in late August (21 August 2026) for the September intake.