UFR Histoire, Histoire de l'art et archéologie - Nantes Université

What UFR Histoire, Histoire de l'art et archéologie - Nantes Université does

UFR Histoire, Histoire de l'Art et Archéologie is a public teaching and research unit (Unité de Formation et de Recherche) within Nantes Université, located on the Tertre campus in Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, France. Founded in 1968 with the creation of the CRHIA research center, the UFR operates two academic departments (Histoire; Histoire de l'Art et Archéologie) and two affiliated research laboratories (CRHIA UR 1163 for International and Atlantic History; LARA / UMR 6566 CReAAH for Archaeology and Archaeosciences). It delivers 22 degree programmes — Licence, Master, and Doctorate tracks — across History, Art History, Archaeology, and European Studies, serving approximately 1,450 students with 40 tenured teacher-researchers. Distinctive offerings include specialised Master tracks in Public History, Heritage Valorisation, European Project Engineering, and International Diplomacy.

The UFR's product surface is built on standard academic infrastructure: the Madoc (Moodle-based) learning management system, the Nantilus library catalog providing access to the CRHIA library's 35,000+ specialised volumes, Affluences for room reservation, and the HAL open-access repository for research output. Supporting services include continuing education programmes (Formation Continue via D.U., CPF, VAE pathways) and teaching exam preparation (CAPES/MEEF in partnership with INSPE).

The business model is publicly funded rather than commercial: core operations are financed through Nantes Université's allocation from the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research, supplemented by corporate contributions channelled through the SOLTÉA plateforme as the solde de la taxe d'apprentissage (UAI code 044 1508 A) and by continuing education revenue. Student recruitment runs through the national Parcoursup platform for Licence admissions and MonMaster for Master's, with international mobility supported via Erasmus+, bilateral agreements, and the ISEP network. The entity is governed through collegiate bodies (Conseil de gestion, Conseil scientifique) under Director Bernard MICHON.

Name

UFR Histoire, Histoire de l'art et archéologie - Nantes Université

Legal name

UFR Histoire, Histoire de l'Art et Archéologie

Website

https://histoire.univ-nantes.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

UFR HHAA is a public teaching and research unit within Nantes Université delivering 22 degree programmes in History, Art History, and Archaeology to approximately 1,450 students, supported by 40 tenured faculty and two research laboratories.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Nantes

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

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Markets served

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B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Public University Government Funding: Core operational funding from the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research through Nantes Université's allocation model.
2. Taxe d'Apprentissage (Apprenticeship Tax): Companies direct 0.09% of their payroll (solde de la taxe d'apprentissage) to the UFR via the SOLTÉA platform. The UFR's UAI code is 044 1508 A. Funds support equipment, study trips, exchanges, and professionalization projects.
3. Formation Continue (Continuing Education): Revenue from continuing education programmes including D.U. (Diplômes Universitaires), certificates, and professional training for employees of private and public organizations, funded through CPF, VAE, and corporate training plans.

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Core offering

The UFR (Unité de Formation et de Recherche) Histoire, Histoire de l'art et archéologie is an academic teaching and research unit within Nantes Université that delivers undergraduate (Licence) and graduate (Master) degree programs in History, Art History, and Archaeology. It hosts two research laboratories — CRHIA UR 1163 and LARA (part of UMR 6566 CReAAH) — and provides access to a specialized humanities library of more than 35,000 volumes.

Product overview

The UFR Histoire, Histoire de l'art et Archéologie is a teaching and research unit within Nantes Université offering a comprehensive portfolio of undergraduate (Licence) and graduate (Master) degree programs in History, Art History, and Archaeology disciplines. The core academic offerings include Licence programs in History (with Europe and Accompanied tracks), Art History and Archaeology, and a Double Licence in Law and Art History. Graduate programs span four Master mentions: Histoire (with HICG, SCE, and Public History tracks), Archéologie-Sciences pour l'Archéologie, Cultures Patrimoine et Médiation (with VNP and HACM tracks), and Études Européennes et Internationales (with IPE, SOLID, and DIPLO tracks). Supporting academic infrastructure includes Madoc (Moodle-based learning management system), the CRHIA research library with over 35,000 specialized volumes, and the Affluences room booking system. Research is conducted through two laboratories: CRHIA (UR 1163) for International and Atlantic History, and LARA-UMR 6566 CReAAH for Archaeology and Archaeosciences. Specialized programs include FacilEurope Plus for pedagogical innovation on teaching Europe, and the institution participates in international exchange via ISEP network. The UFR serves approximately 1,450 students across 22 degree programs with 40 tenured faculty members.

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Products and services

• Licence en Histoire Undergraduate (Licence) degree program in History offered by the UFR at Nantes Université, aimed at students holding a baccalauréat and seeking foundational academic training in historical sciences.
• Licence en Histoire de l'art et archéologie Undergraduate (Licence) degree program in Art History and Archaeology offered by the UFR at Nantes Université, providing foundational training across art history and archaeological disciplines.
• Master en Histoire Graduate (Master) degree program in History offered by the UFR at Nantes Université, providing advanced academic and research-oriented training for students continuing from the Licence level.
• Master en Histoire de l'art et archéologie Graduate (Master) degree program in Art History and Archaeology offered by the UFR at Nantes Université, providing advanced training in art historical and archaeological research.
• CRHIA - Centre de Recherches en Histoire Internationale et Atlantique (UR 1163) Research laboratory hosted by the UFR, conducting scholarship in international and Atlantic history and supporting doctoral and Master's researchers.
• LARA - Laboratoire d'Archéologie (UMR 6566 CReAAH) Archaeology research laboratory hosted by the UFR, part of the joint research unit UMR 6566 CReAAH, supporting archaeological research and training.
• Bibliothèque du CRHIA Specialized humanities library with more than 35,000 volumes, supporting teaching and research needs of students and researchers of the UFR.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1350 students served with 22 training programmes across Licence, Master, and Doctorate levels

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• INRAP (Institut National de Recherches Archéologiques Préventives)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe UFR maintains a partnership with INRAP for archaeology education and professional integration. INRAP is a key employer of archaeology graduates from the UFR's Master ASA (Archéologie, Sciences pour l'Archéologie) programme.
• DRAC Pays de la Loire (Direction Régionale des Affaires Culturelles)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDRAC is the regional cultural authority overseeing archaeology and heritage in the Pays de la Loire region. The UFR collaborates on heritage preservation projects and internship placements.
• Château des ducs de BretagnecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe major museum and historical site in Nantes. Partners with the UFR for student internships, heritage projects, and cultural mediation programmes in the CPM (Culture, Patrimoine et Médiation) Masters.
• Archives départementales de Loire-AtlantiquecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDepartmental archives serving as internship host for History and Heritage students. Provides primary source access for research projects.
• Archives municipales de NantescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal archives of Nantes providing internship and research opportunities for UFR students in archival and heritage studies.
• Musée DobréecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMuseum in Nantes housing significant collections of art and archaeology. Active partner for internships and collaborative projects in art history and archaeology.
• ArcheodunumminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrivate archaeology company that supports the UFR through the taxe d'apprentissage (apprenticeship tax). Represents professional archaeology sector engagement with the UFR's training programmes.
• OpixidominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDigital services company that supports the UFR through the taxe d'apprentissage funding mechanism.
• Chroniques ConseilminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConsulting firm supporting the UFR through the taxe d'apprentissage as part of the UFR's partner network.
• Alliance EuropacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational alliance of universities supporting European studies. The UFR's EEI (Études Européennes et Internationales) Master participates in this network for student exchanges and collaborative projects.
• Musée d'Arts de NantescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor fine arts museum in Nantes. Provides internship opportunities and collaborative projects for Art History students, particularly in the HACM Master programme.
• Conseil Départemental de Loire-AtlantiquecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe departmental council of Loire-Atlantique is a key institutional partner for heritage projects, archaeology permits, and cultural mediation initiatives involving UFR students.
• Ministère de la CulturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe French Ministry of Culture provides institutional support and funding for archaeology and heritage programmes. Partners through DRAC and direct funding mechanisms for research and cultural projects.
• CRHIA (Centre de Recherches en Histoire Internationale et Atlantique) - UR 1163coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternal research unit (UR 1163) dedicated to international and Atlantic history. One of two research laboratories affiliated with UFR HHAA. Directed by Eric Schnakenbourg.
• LARA / UMR 6566 CReAAH (Laboratoire de Recherche en Archéologie et Architectures)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch laboratory in archaeology and architectures, part of UMR 6566 CReAAH. Multisite unit with researchers in Rennes, Rennes 2, Nantes, and Le Mans, under CNRS oversight. Directed by Jimmy Mouchard.
• FacilEurope Plus (European Commission)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean educational innovation programme co-funded by the European Commission, launched September 2025, continuing FacilEurope (2022-2024). Led by Nantes Université. Uses graphic facilitation to teach Europe in primary schools.
• LIPE (Laboratoire d'Innovation Pédagogique sur l'Europe)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPedagogical innovation laboratory focused on Europe. Develops digital resources and teacher training for European education topics. Partners with FacilEurope Plus.

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