Training in cultural policy and management: international ... - Encatc

Profiles: Belgium
Catholic University of Louvain
Institute for Cultural Studies
Faculteit Letteren, Blijde Inkomststraat 21
B-3000 Leuven, Belgium
Director: Prof. Dr G. Opsomer/C.Caron
Phone: +32 16 32 48 44
Fax: +32 16 32 50 68
Web site: www.culturelestudies.be
Background, orientation and purpose
The Institute for Cultural Studies at The Catholic University of Louvain was established in 1989. It
provides students who already have a post-graduate degree a course in the field of cultural
administration and policy - both theoretical, incorporating cultural studies, and practical, through
several seminars, workshops and a 6-week job placement. The main objective is to enable students to
find a job in the field of cultural administration.
Programme(s) and qualification(s)
Certificate from the University in Cultural Studies.
Duration
1 year.
Content
Cultural Studies is a 1-year, full-time program (60 credits / 1,800 hours). The programme includes a
“Complementary Degree”, combining a theoretical foundation in cultural studies with a practical
foundation, which includes a job placement. The deadline for applications is mid-September.
International/European dimension
Networking between institutions offering the same training in Europe is considered important.
Special information
The Institute for Cultural Studies regularly organises lectures, meetings and conferences, and
participates in many cultural events.
Evaluation and assessment
Student performance is evaluated through examinations and papers. They also undertake a 6-week
job placement.
Lecturers
The number of teaching personnel is five, one of whom is a women. The person responsible for
cultural studies is professor Dr José Lambert.
Entry requirements
A university degree.
Student profile
Students are post-graduates from Belgium and Europe.
Number of students admitted
The current number of students is 60.
Course fee
500 USD.
Grants or other financial support
None.
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