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Immerse yourself in two world cities: Gain a deep understanding of the history and contemporary organisation of two great capitals of the western world: Paris and London. Through an experiential learning approach supported by visits to diverse and fascinating sites, you'll explore how the growth of city living and management shaped the fabric of the world.
Explore your interests; discover new ones: The Urban History and Culture from University of London Institute in Paris draws on multiple methodologies, from history to sociology and ethnography, and optional modules give you the chance to explore your personal interests. Dissertation topics have ranged from cinematic depictions of Paris to urban environmental policy.
A quality educational experience: This degree offers you the opportunity to study for a respected University of London master's in the heart of the French capital. Enjoy a high-quality UK academic experience in a friendly campus overlooking the Eiffel Tower in Paris’s seventh arrondissement, with the option to spend your second term in London.
Extensive resources and world-class support: As a student, you'll benefit from intensive small-group teaching in a tight-knit interdisciplinary environment. Complement your studies with subject-specific resources at the wide-ranging University of London Institute in Paris Library alongside the city's many public and institutional libraries, and Senate House and Queen Mary libraries when in London.
Join our global alumni community: Follow in the footsteps of a distinguished list of University of London alumni from Nobel prize-winners to leaders in law, finance, humanities and other fields. Enjoy three years of free careers advice offered through Queen Mary’s Careers and Enterprise, alumni membership of Senate House Library, and invitations to global events.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geographical Thought and Practice

Exiles and Outsiders

Centrality and the City

Paris in the Nineteenth-Century Imaginary

Research Design and Methods

Encountering the City: Historical Enquiry in Action

Interpreting the City: Cultural Constructions and their Material Effects

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-22 00:00:00

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Applications remain open throughout the summer and will be considered on a rolling basis, but you should allow enough time to apply for a visa if applicable.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Paris, France

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Art History Urban Planning View 3 other Masters in Art History in France

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

Students should have an upper second-class honours degree in a relevant Humanities-related subject. A recognised equivalent from an accredited overseas institution is also accepted.

If English is not your first language, satisfactory evidence of your English language proficiency must be provided. IELTS 7.0 (minimum writing 6.5) is the minimum level for entry to the course.
Applicants will need: a copy of their university transcript and degree certificate, two letters of reference, photocopy of a statutory identification document such as a passport, statement of purpose, resume and two samples of written work.

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Tuition Fees

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27250 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

13250 GBP / year

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Living costs

Paris

France

1195 - 1778 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

There is a variety of funding available for the MA Urban History and Culture. These include University of London scholarships, external scholarships and government loans.

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