UCL Qatar

UCL, in partnership with Qatar Foundation, has created UCL Qatar, a leading center of excellence for the study of cultural heritage. UCL Qatar was established in partnership with Qatar Foundation to become the center of Excellence for Cultural Heritage and Knowledge Management in Qatar.

Over 10 years of operation, UCL Qatar offered a Diploma in Academic Research and Methods, MA in Conservation Sciences, MA in Archaeology of the Arab and Islamic World, MA in Museums and Gallery Practice, MA in Library and Information Studies and a PhD programme.

UCL Qatar offers a rigorous and dynamic learning environment with two Master's degree programmes, the MA in Library and Information Studies and the MA Museum and Gallery Practice.

A key element to our objectives is to work to support the development of Qatar’s cultural heritage sector, as outlined in the National Vision 2030. UCL Qatar provides short training courses for mid-career professionals working within the cultural heritage sector, and staff and students work closely with the countries museums and heritage sector.

In establishing UCL Qatar, UCL seeks not only to create the leading centre of excellence in the Gulf region for the study of library science and museology, but to strive with the community to bring cultural heritage to the forefront. Our outreach programmes, school activities and public lectures are allowing the community to learn more about Qatar’s rich cultural past, as well as archaeological and historical issues within the wider region.