Foundation Year in Records Management and Archival Science
About This Programme
A one-year English-taught foundation year introducing records management, archival science and information technology.
Course Highlights
- Developed in cooperation with the National Archives, Abu Dhabi.
- Introduces records management, archival science and information technology.
- Includes an introduction to AI and emerging technologies.
- Direct pathway to the Bachelor in Records Management and Archival Science.
What You'll Study
An English-taught foundation year introducing the theory and tools of records management and archival science, developed with the National Archives in Abu Dhabi. It is integral to the Bachelor pathway rather than a separate degree.
Foundation Year - Semester 1 (203 contact hours)
- ENGL624Advanced English course I
- RMAS003Methodology and Understanding in English
- ARAB633Advanced Arabic course I
- FREN601French course I
- IT001Initiation IT course
- RMAS001Introduction to Managing Records and Archives
- RMAS006Research Methodology
Foundation Year - Semester 2
- ENGL623Advanced English course II
- ENGL001Advanced Business English
- ARAB634Advanced Arabic course II
- FREN613French course II
- RMAS002Introduction to Records Management IT tools
- RMAS009Geopolitics in the Middle East
- RMAS004Professional workshop on the perspectives of records management and archiving
- RMAS005Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
- RMAS007Introduction to Law
Entry Requirements
A SUAD admission test may apply.
Careers
Prepares students for the Bachelor and, in turn, careers in records and information management.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
A preparatory (non-degree) programme delivered by Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi; feeds into the CAA-accredited Licence awarded by Sorbonne Universite.
Programme Details
Award
Foundation Year (Records Management)
Start Date
September (annual intake)
Typical Offer
A secondary-school diploma; IELTS 5.5
Duration
1 year
Qualification
Foundation
Subject Area
Foundation
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 71,700 total
Apply online at sorbonne.ae. Non-refundable application fee of AED 200. Deadline in late August (21 August 2026) for the September intake.