Presentation
The Master’s Degree in Knowledge, Management and Promotion of Spain’s Artistic Heritage is intended to meet the growing demands of the labour market and boost employability among students specialising in the History of Art.
Knowledge, management and promotion of artistic heritage is becoming increasingly relevant to our society, as it allows us to understand our past, analyse our present and safeguard our future. Artistic heritage has come to be viewed as one of the main drivers of development and prosperity in Jaén, according to the province’s Strategic Plan.
This master’s programme focuses on theoretical and practical training in History of Art. It aims to produce well-rounded professionals by equipping you with a solid theoretical grounding in the traditional knowledge associated with History of Art and training in other areas that will enhance your employability, including cultural management, valuation, authentication, criticism and the art market, etc.
You will also be able to take advantage of the University of Jaén’s unique cross-disciplinary training programme and the range of activities offered in connection with this master’s programme to improve your personal development and professional prospects.
- To improve your critical skills and encourage you to come up with new ideas relating to artistic heritage.
- To allow you to discover the cultural exchanges that took place on the Iberian Peninsula and explore their unique nature and artistic influence in depth.
- To introduce you to the research methods used in History of Art, including traditional tools and new technologies.
- To prepare you to apply your knowledge in different professional environments and develop cultural projects based on artistic heritage.
- The course summary contains the full list of academic skills certified by the Master’s Degree in Knowledge, Management and Promotion of Spain’s Artistic Heritage at the University of Jaén.
To take full advantage of the opportunities offered by the Master’s Degree in Knowledge, Management and Promotion of Spain’s Artistic Heritage, applicants should be interested in culture and history of art and have an aptitude for research, an ability to interpret and apply knowledge and perform critical analysis and synthesis, and basic training in foreign languages and new technologies.
Eligibility
To be eligible for our official master’s degree programmes, you must hold an official bachelor’s degree from a Spanish university (or from a higher education institution belonging to another member state of the European Higher Education Area) that enables access to master’s programmes.
Graduates from education systems outside the European Higher Education Area will be eligible for UJA programmes without validating their degrees once the university has checked that they have completed an equivalent level of training to the corresponding official bachelor’s degrees in Spain and that their degrees enable access to postgraduate study in the issuing country. Eligibility via this route in no way entails official validation of the applicant’s degree nor recognition of this degree for any purpose other than admission to UJA master’s programmes.
Information on eligibility for study at the University of Jaén and pre-enrolment for university studies is available from the following sources: the Andalusian Single University District and the University of Jaén website.
Admission
To be admitted to this master’s programme, you must certify a B1 level of English under the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFRL) or equivalent certification from another widely accepted issuing body. Applicants must attach a covering letter and CV to their pre-enrolment for the master’s programme. Admission to the master’s degree will be decided in order of preference according to the applicant's bachelor’s degree:
- High preference: Bachelor’s Degree in History of Art; Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts; Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities; Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy and Literature; Bachelor’s Degree in Cultural Management and Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture. Equivalent qualifications from university systems in Europe will also be accepted, such as the Laureate in Cultural Heritage (Italy). Professionals with experience in managing, protecting and promoting the type of cultural heritage covered by this programme are also welcome to apply.
- Medium preference: Bachelor’s Degree in Geography and History (joint honours); Bachelor’s Degree in History; Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism; Bachelor’s Degree in English Studies and Diploma in Tourism (combined programme).
- Low preference: all other degrees, if places remain. In this case, applicants with professional and/or occupational ties to the tourism or cultural heritage sector in public institutions or private companies will be given preference.
If demand exceeds supply, the admission committee will assess the suitability of the applicant’s profile and the preference level of their degree qualifications, as well as their academic and professional background, making the selection criteria they have adopted public. The following criteria will be used to select successful applicants:
- Academic record: 50%
- Professional experience: 30%
- Languages: 10%
- Professional objectives: 10% [evaluated via a covering letter requested by the Andalusian Single District in which the candidate must explain the purpose of their application and the potential influence of the master’s programme on their future academic and/or professional career]
The admission and selection procedure will be carried out by the academic committee for the master’s programme, which is made up of teaching staff from the History of Art department at the University of Jaén.
Pre-enrolment and allocation of places will be carried out in a centralised manner by the Andalusian Single District Commission. Up-to-date deadlines and procedures can be found on their website.
This link contains specific information from UJA about pre-enrolment and enrolment procedures, deadlines, fees, etc.
The first days of each academic year, the University of Jaén organizes Welcome Days for incoming students. These general sessions are complemented by a specific session of each master's program, in which the master's coordinator, before the start of classes, holds a reception and orientation session aimed at new students in order to show the resources, tools and materials that both the University of Jaén and the master's degree put at their disposal. Detailed information is also provided on specific aspects of the degree (professors, tutors, coordinators, course contents, schedules, methodologies, work pace, materials, use of the virtual platform, teaching spaces, etc.).
The traditional tutoring system is to be expanded by incorporating different figures and activities to guarantee and channel a complete follow-up of the student body.
Tutors will be appointed among the most experienced teachers of the course. They will be in charge of a group of students, providing personal and continuous monitoring, observing their performance, progress and solving their doubts or practical problems. For this purpose, periodical meetings will be scheduled, and group tutoring sessions will be held. Tutors will also be responsible for passing on to other teachers or specialists any questions of a more technical nature raised by their students. In short, tutors are the means by which students can be integrated into the course as a whole.
Subject coordinators will also be appointed to unify the theoretical-practical contents across subjects taught by multiple professors. They will also collaborate in the specialized tutoring functions of the module coordination.
The direction of the Master's thesis is responsible for solving the practical problems posed to the students when carrying out this work. Supervisors will be chosen according to the topics of the research and the interests of the students. All interactions between students and professors that arise as a result of the above functions will be channeled through tutoring sessions. These will have a predefined time and place in the program.
As for the figure of the Master's Coordination, it will have the function of supporting and ensuring the student integration and academic success, without prejudice to the possibility of establishing, according to the decision that the University may take in each case, individualized or personalized tutoring programs. In order to promote the professional orientation of the students, the coordination will keep itself informed and will inform, through the studies of graduates elaborated by the University, about the possible professional projections of the students. In this case, its role will be primarily that of dynamization and orientation.
The University of Jaén has adopted a policy aimed at optimising its human resources, which is facilitated by the size of its campuses and allows administrative, technical support and management services to be shared by all programmes. This policy to coordinate management of the teaching programmes delivered at each of the University of Jaén’s campuses (Las Lagunillas Campus and Linares Science & Technology Campus) ensures that general support can be provided for all programmes at the university and specific support for each individual programme by coordinating and organising the needs of each programme in such a way as to optimise the work of the human resources assigned to them.
The University of Jaén’s policy is to centralise the use of the spaces on the campus in order to optimise their occupation while meeting the specific needs of the courses delivered. These shared facilities will be used in part during this degree programme. Although they are not exclusively for use by the students on the programme, it is important to acknowledge their presence as the University allocates certain time slots and facilities to each degree programme from among the available classrooms, laboratories and IT rooms depending on the specific needs of the programmes and in coordination with the other courses taught at the University.
Additional information about University of Jaén facilities:
As well as the resources listed, the University of Jaén offers additional resources and services, which may be grouped into three main blocks: Library, ICT and Accessibility & Disability Services.
Several of the lectures given by the center as part of its annual series are available on the YouTube channel of the Center for Postgraduate Studies (CEP-UJA). You can access them by clicking on this link.
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Academic Information
Here you will find key information and all the links required to find out more about your master’s programme, summarising and supplementing the description provided in the summary of the master’s programme, which contains additional information.
| Subject Type | Credits |
|---|---|
| Compulsory | 48 |
| Optional | 0 |
| External Placement | 6 |
| Master's Thesis | 6 |
| Total Credits | 60 |
Distribution of the Curriculum in ECTS credits by Subject Type
| Semester | Module | Language | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Art of Antiquity in the Iberian Peninsula | Spanish | 4 |
| 1st | The Artistic Legacy in Al-Andalus and the Christian Kingdoms | Spanish | 4 |
| 1st | Spain: Periphery and Centre in the Renaissance | Spanish | 4 |
| 1st | The Distinctiveness of Spanish Baroque | Spanish | 4 |
| 1st | Tradition and Rupture in 19th-Century Spanish Artistic Modernity | Spanish | 4 |
| 1st | Contemporary Art and Visual Culture in Spain: Languages and Debates | Spanish | 4 |
| 1st | Art History in the 21st Century: From the Archive to Digital Humanities | Spanish | 4 |
| 2nd | Guidelines and Criteria for the Cataloguing, Valuation, and Expertise of Works of Art | Spanish | 4 |
| 2nd | Heritage Management: Control Mechanisms and Case Studies | Spanish | 4 |
| 2nd | Communication Strategies and Dissemination Tools for Artistic Heritage: From Criticism to the Community Manager | Spanish | 4 |
| 2nd | Artistic Heritage as an Agent of Sustainable Local Development. Elaboration and Management of Cultural Projects | Spanish | 4 |
| 2nd | New Spaces for Culture: Music, Visual, and Performing Arts | Spanish | 4 |
| 2nd | Practicum | Spanish | 6 |
| 2nd | Master's Thesis | Spanish | 6 |
You can view and download the information and documents related to the academic calendar and schedule for this degree by clicking here (opens in a new window).
You can check the tutoring schedule by clicking here (opens in a new window)
For any additional questions regarding tutoring hours, you can contact the teaching staff directly via email. Their contact information can be found by clicking here.
The Master’s Dissertation includes the submission of a written report and a public defense of the work carried out, in accordance with the specifications outlined in the new regulations governing Final Academic Projects at the University of Jaén.
In the "Master’s Dissertation" section of the Postgraduate Studies Center (CEP-UJA) website, you will find key information regarding the dissertation process.
You can consult and download information and documents related to the Master's Dissertation by clicking here (opens in a new window).
In a world where information, culture, and society are increasingly globalized, extending your academic experience to other Spanish and international universities is essential for enhancing your curriculum.
Are you a UJA master's student looking for mobility opportunities?
In addition to the mobility programs available in our international calls section and the mobility grants and scholarships offered by the Ministry of Science, Innovation, and Universities, the University of Jaén provides specific funding for international mobility, language proficiency development programs, and cultural exchange opportunities. These resources help you gain a competitive edge in the job market once you complete your studies.
You can also benefit from Blended Intensive Programs (BIPs)—short-term, innovative learning initiatives funded by Erasmus+. These programs combine online learning with physical mobility, promoting flexible student mobility and transnational collaboration on specific challenges, such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Additionally, you can earn academic recognition for participating in these activities.
Are you an international student looking to pursue your master's degree at UJA through a mobility program?
We offer specific mobility grants to help eligible students study their master's degree at UJA under agreements established with organizations such as the Asociación Universitaria Iberoamericana de Postgrado (AUIP), Fundación Carolina, and others.
You can find all this information in the "Movilidad internacional" section of the Centro de Estudios de Postgrado.
The European Supplement is the document that accompanies the official university degree and is valid throughout the national territory with unified information, personalised for each university graduate, on the studies completed, the results obtained, the professional skills acquired and the level of their qualification in the national higher education system.
You can obtain information on how to obtain it by clicking here (opens in a new window).
Career Guidance
Participating in extracurricular external academic internships provides significant benefits for students’ training while offering host companies a direct insight into their skills, competencies, and academic background.
The University of Jaén recognizes that practical experience is a key component of professional preparation, providing students with numerous opportunities for extracurricular external academic internships.
What are extracurricular external academic internships?
These are voluntary internships that students can undertake during their studies. While they serve the same purpose as curricular internships, they are not part of the official study plan.
For more information about external academic internships, click here.
Can I participate in extracurricular external academic internships program?
If you are enrolled in an official master's degree at the University of Jaén and registered in the ÍCARO program, you are eligible to participate in the University’s extracurricular external academic internship program.
What are the general characteristics of extracurricular internships?
The main characteristics of the extracurricular external academic internship program are:
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Duration: 3 to 6 months
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Minimum stipend paid by the company: €210/month
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Fee paid by the company to the University: €30/month
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Internship activities must be related to the student’s academic field
How do I register on the ÍCARO platform?
Registering on the ÍCARO platform is a simple process. Click here to begin registration and follow the steps outlined in this student guide.
What internship opportunities are available?
Once registered on the ÍCARO platform, you can browse available internship opportunities. At the University of Jaén, it is not necessary to apply directly for specific internship offers. Instead, the Student Support and Assistance Service provides companies and institutions with a list of students who meet the required profile for each internship offer.
Are there other types of extracurricular academic internships outside of companies?
Yes, other types of extracurricular internships are available. The University of Jaén itself offers opportunities to complete internships within its research groups or administrative services.
Check the open calls by clicking here.
Discover More Opportunities
Visit our Employment, Internship, and Entrepreneurship Portal to explore more information on academic internships and access a wide range of resources designed to facilitate your entry into the workforce. Here, you will find job offers, employment training, career counseling, entrepreneurial training, startup initiatives, and much more.
The Master’s Degree in Knowledge, Management and Promotion of Spain’s Artistic Heritage at the University of Jaén is designed with your future employability in mind, opening the doors to a multitude of careers, which include:
- Cultural management
- Artistic heritage promotion
- Cultural institutions (foundations, museums, public and private trusts, etc.)
- Heritage security (e.g. Historical Heritage Group of the Civil Guard Central Operative Unit and the Historical Heritage Brigade of the Judiciary Police)
- Teaching in History of Art
Coordination and Quality
The Academic Coordination Committee is the collegiate body responsible for the academic direction and management of the degree, interacting directly with the students, organising the teaching programme, the calendar and, in general, all the academic processes that allow for the optimum development of the courses. It is also responsible for implementing the processes of continuous improvement of the teaching that emanate from the application of the degree's Quality Assurance System.
The Academic Coordination Committee has merged with the Internal Quality Assurance Committee of the master's degree and has taken on all its functions following the implementation of the Quality Assurance System of the Centre for Postgraduate Studies.
You can consult and download information about the Master's Academic Coordination Committee by clicking here (opens in a new window).
The Quality Assurance Commission of the Centre for Postgraduate Studies is responsible for the planning and monitoring of the Quality Assurance System, created for the design and implementation of the QMS at CEP-UJA.
The functions of this Committee are the following:
1. To verify the planning of the Centre's QMS, so as to ensure compliance with the general requirements of the QMS Manual, the Quality Policy and the Centre's Objectives and the requirements set out in the protocols for external assessment of degrees (verification, monitoring, modification, renewal of accreditation), the certification of the implementation of the quality assurance system, as well as others that may affect CEP-UJA's scope of action.
2. To define and review the CEP-UJA's quality policy.
3. To identify and define the CEP-UJA's strategic objectives.
4. To periodically review the degree of compliance with the CEP-UJA's strategic objectives.
5. To monitor the effectiveness of the processes included in the QMS, analysing the values achieved in the QMS indicators.
6. To analyse the content of external evaluation reports in internal reports generated in the QMS.
7. To develop and apply the mechanisms for quality control and improvement of the degrees that are under the scope of the CEP-UJA.
8. To periodically review the CEP-UJA improvement plan.
9. To review the information related to CEP-UJA that is published on the web.
10. To periodically gather and analyse information on the need to adapt the infrastructures, material resources and services provided, taking into account the specific characteristics of each degree programme.
11. To ensure compliance with the applicable regulations on the Master’s Dissertation in all its phases, collecting and analysing the results obtained from the management of the Master’s Dissertation and proposing the corresponding improvement actions.
12. To prepare those reports attributed by the quality assurance system or by the governing bodies of the University of Jaén.
13. To coordinate the implementation, development and monitoring of the centre's quality assurance system.
14. To carry out any other functions attributed in the quality assurance system of the centre.
You can consult and download information about the Quality Assurance Commission of the CEP by clicking here (opens in a new window).
The quality assurance system of the University of Jaén is structured in two levels of responsibility. On the one hand, through the Vice-rectorate with competences that coordinates the quality assessment processes of the degrees, departments and services and, on the other hand, through the Centre responsible for the degree, which applies its Quality Assurance System.
You can consult and download the improvement plan for this degree by clicking here (opens in a new window).
All the official degrees of the University of Jaén are subject to different evaluation processes carried out by the Agency for Scientific and University Quality of Andalusia (ACCUA). To access the evaluation reports of this degree related to the verification, modification, monitoring and renewal of accreditation, select it in the ACCUA degree evaluation reports application.
You can also consult and download the reports related to the degree by clicking here.
In the SGC Key Indicators section, you will find relevant information about the Postgraduate Studies Center (CEP) as well as other centers of the University of Jaén, regarding academic performance, employability, mobility, and more. You can also access the CEP satisfaction results by clicking here. Additionally, you can find more details in the University of Jaén's statistical yearbook.
For data specifically related to the Master’s Degree in Knowledge, Management and Promotion of Spain’s Artistic Heritage, you can access them by clicking on this link.
An important element in the analysis of the quality of the degree are the studies on the employability of graduates of the University of Jaén, in which you can find the most common professional opportunities for people who studied this master's degree before you.
The Academic Coordination Committee of the Master's Degree shall carry out those functions assigned to it by the Academic Director of the Master's Degree in the exercise of the functions of coordination and organisation of the teaching of the corresponding Master's Degree. In this sense, the Academic Coordination Committee may carry out, among other tasks, teaching planning, coordination of the subjects in the syllabus, monitoring of syllabus activities, preparation of class schedules, preparation of the exam calendar, presentation of proposals for improvement, as well as any other action related to the Quality Assurance System of the Centre for Postgraduate Studies that applies to the Master's degree.
You can consult and download the information and documents related to the teaching coordination mechanisms by clicking here (opens in a new window).