Heritage Management (MA) – NEW!*

UHaifa International’s Master’s program focusing on Heritage Management offers a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between the past and the future by preserving and managing local and global archaeological, historical and cultural legacies. Practical training and real-world experience are a cornerstone of the program, with collaborations involving local and global heritage institutions providing real-world experience, such as UNESCO, ICOMOS, Israel’s Antiquity Authority and National Nature & Parks Authority, and more. Students gain unparalleled access to Israel’s diverse historical and archaeological sites that serve as living laboratories for their studies.

The curriculum includes hands-on field experience within a multidisciplinary approach for a profound understanding of technological, historical, educational, legal, business, public and cultural aspects of Heritage Management. Graduates are equipped to build impactful careers in heritage management academic, educational and governmental sectors, contributing to the conservation of archaeological sites, historical collections, and cultural landscapes.
The program is part of the University of Haifa’s globally renowned School of Archaeology and Maritime Cultures (SAMC). The first of its kind to integrate the full scope of research domains on land, at sea, and in the lab under one roof, SAMC offers a prestigious international professional network and a fascinating learning environment.

Program Highlights:

• A unique learning opportunity to bridge the past and future by preserving and managing local and global archaeological, historical and cultural legacies
• An experiential learning hands-on program offering real-world experience through collaborations with local and global heritage institutions including UNESCO, ICOMOS, Israel’s National Nature and Parks Authority, Israel’s Antiquity Authority and more.
• Students gain unparalleled access to Israel’s diverse historical and archaeological sites that serve as living laboratories for their studies.
• Career options in heritage management include academic, educational NGO’S and governmental sectors, aimed at conservation of archaeological sites, historical collections, and cultural landscapes.

Two Years, One Degree

Our one-year international Master’s program is taught in English over three consecutive semesters from October through September. It includes an additional 160-hour practicum that can be completed in Israel or abroad. Graduates will be awarded a Master of Arts (MA) in Conservation of Material Cultural Heritage, specialized in the field of Heritage Management from the University of Haifa.
Students who choose to pursue the research track will submit their thesis within one year of completing their coursework. This may require an extended stay at the university.