Joint Master in European Cultural Governance

  Duration: 1 year (October to July)

  Study Locations: Rome (Term 1), Berlin (Term 2), Nice (Term 3) + Study Trip to Paris

  Language: English

  Credits: 60 ECTS

Partner: Luiss School of Government, Rome

  Application Early Bird (€9,900): 31 January 2026

  Tuition Fees: €11,000

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Why Choose CIFE?

 Learn from academics and practitioners, including high-ranking national and EU institutional representatives.
 Gain insights from peers representing over 30 countries.
 Join a worldwide network of over 5,000 CIFE Alumni.
 We're one of the seven "designated institutions" supported by the European Union.
 95% of our graduates attest full satisfaction with the programme.

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Promoting European Cultural Assets and Heritage Our Joint Master in European Cultural Governance (EUCULTURE) aims to develop students' ability to shape cultural policy through evidence-based learning in key areas of the programme: Cultural Heritage and Creative Arts, Digital Transformation with AI, Sustainable Development.  Students will acquire the skills to design and manage social, economic and environmental policies of cultural institutions in an international context. Students will experience Europe’s rich and diverse cultural landscape in four historical UNESCO cities: Rome, Berlin and Nice, with a study trip to Paris. They will follow courses from policymakers representing major cultural institutions and exchange with visionary artists, cultural heritage managers and curators of foundations and museums. Graduates receive the following certifications: the Joint Master in European Cultural Governance by CIFE and Luiss; and CIFE's degree qualification "Policy Officer in European and International Organisations" (level 7 EQF), recognised by the French state.   Programme Structure   Our curriculum is regularly updated to reflect the current landscape of European cultural governance policies. Please note that the information given below may be subject to change.   Module 1: European Cultural Policies and Institutions   European Union Policies and Programming   Management of Cultural Heritage   EU Funding for Culture   Module 2: European Cultural Governance in Global, European and Local Contexts   The Cultural Heritage of Mediterranean Europe   Cultural Diversity and the French Policy of Cultural Exception   Transnational Network and Cultural City Diplomacy   Module 3: European Cultural Innovation in the Digital World    Culture and AI in International Law   Cultural Public Policy for the Twin Digital and Sustainability Transitions   Art and Leadership: Learning Sustainability from Creative Arts   Cross-Module: Applied Research and Project Management   Laboratories on professional skills for cultural institutions: management, impact evaluation, funding and legal framework of cultural assets   Apprenticeship with the Italian Private Cultural Heritage Observatory   Project Cycle Management   Career Coaching   Master Thesis     Download the Brochure   Download the 2024/25 Annual Report

Study Trip to Paris: Visiting Major Cultural Institutions

One of the best ways to learn about cultural institutions and European and international organisations is to visit them. That is why a study trip to Paris is an essential part of the programme. During the study trip, the students will  meet with representatives of cultural institutions who explain the mission of their institution and aspects of their work. These visits enable the students to gain an insight into the working environment of major cultural institutions, to make useful contacts and to learn about recruitment procedures.

Among recent visits:
 Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral: Look behind the scenes of the reconstruction project
 Palais de Chaillot and the Trocadéro area: Between cultural heritage and creative process
 Musée du Quai Branly: The work of a curator in a 21st-century museum
 Musée national de l'histoire de l'immigration: Reinventing a historic museum collection
 UNESCO: Discovering the UNESCO headquarters and its mission

Laboratories and Applied Research Projects

Throughout the three terms, students actively take part in a variety of field trips to cultural sites and institutions in and around Rome, Berlin and Nice. They exchange with institutional representatives and understand the challenges cultural institutions face regarding governance, sustainability and digitalisation. Through applied projects, they get involved in the development of solutions to promote cultural assets. 

Among recent visits:
ROME
 Ninfa Gardens: Managing a multi-dimensional cultural heritage site
 Historical Roman Palaces: Preserving historical and listed houses: marketing plans and maintenance
 Civita di Bagnoregio: Local development and international city branding
 Fondazione Bulgari: Private funding for cultural heritage preservation

BERLIN
 Humboldtforum - Haus der Kulturen: Integrating multicultural perspectives in exhibitions
 Filmfestival Berlinale: Exchanging with filmmakers about their creations
 Schönhausen Palace: Studying the importance of historical sites for collective memory

NICE
 Nice World Heritage Centre: Managing and safeguarding a UNESCO label
 Villa Arson: Exchanging with young artists about the significance of the digital and ecological transition in cultural projects

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Admission Requirements We seek motivated candidates who wish to deepen their understanding of European cultural policies and governance. As an international and interdisciplinary programme, this Master is open to candidates of all nationalities and academic backgrounds.  Bachelor's degree  An active proficiency in English (minimum B2). Level should be obtained by the start of the academic year.  Application Deadline: 31 January 2026 Fees and Funding Thanks to funding from the EU under the 'Jean Monnet Activities' of the Erasmus+ programme, CIFE is able to offer high-quality teaching at a competitive rate.  Tuition Fees: €11,000  Early Bird Discount: €9,900 for applications received before 31 January 2026  Scholarships: Available based on merit and need  Tuition covers academic teaching, workshops, field trips and the transport and accommodation during the study trip to Paris. Start Your Application

About CIFE 

CIFE European Institute has been at the forefront of European education since 1954. We are committed to fostering European integration and cooperation.

Under the presidency of Herman Van Rompuy, former President of the European Council, we continue to innovate in EU studies. Our offices in Nice, Berlin, Brussels and Istanbul ensure an international perspective, preparing you for the complex world of EU affairs.
 

About Luiss School of Government

The School of Government is part of Libera Università Internazionale degli Studi Sociali (Luiss) Guido Carli, a multidisciplinary university in Rome offering degrees at all academic levels.

It is ranked in the top 25 in the world and in the top 10 in Europe for Politics and International Studies in the QS World University Rankings 2025.

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