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The Department of Archaeology and Art Sciences was founded in 1961 by A. Ghéquière, s. j., who for many years provided almost all the teaching for students of both candidacies. Initially, all students had the same syllabus, so their training covered all aspects and periods of Art History and Archaeology. Gradually, other teachers became involved in the program and, in 1983, the department expanded and diversified. From this date onwards, students chose, from the first year onwards, between two options: the first covered Antiquity, while the second considered the art and archaeology of the Middle Ages, Modern Times and the Contemporary Era. The number of students, teachers and researchers grew steadily, and research became more diversified. New courses were introduced: excavation techniques, Gallo-Roman and early medieval archaeology, contemporary art, questions of Art History and Archaeology and an introduction to photography, archaeological surveying and drawing. Visits to sites and museums and an annual trip were organized. The introduction of the Bologna decree into the Belgian university system brought new changes for Namur's Department of Archaeology and Art Sciences, which now hosts all three years of the baccalauréat. The organization of the bachelor's degree allows the introduction of new courses, dealing with specific subjects such as museology, iconology, aesthetics and theories of art, heritage management, archaeological site management, building archaeology and archaeometry. The Department, previously known as the "Department of Art History and Archaeology", has recently changed its name. The name "Archaeology and Art Sciences" is intended to better reflect the evolution of research methods, at the crossroads of human sciences and scientific disciplines. Find out more about the Department of Archaeology and Art Sciences SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Home See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Research See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Library See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Members See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Contact See content

Diversity and multidisciplinarity Research projects in the Department of Archaeology and Art Sciences cover a wide range of periods, geographical areas and fields. Researchers are interested in the protohistoric peoples of our regions, the religious architecture of Pharaonic Egypt, urban archaeology in Italy, Romanization in Belgium, Gothic architecture, ancient sculpture, contemporary photography and museography. In addition, most of the research carried out in the Department has one or more multidisciplinary components, combining the scientific approaches of archaeology and art sciences with disciplines such as physics, chemistry, dendrochronology, geology, geomatics, etc.. Archaeology and Art Sciences Laboratory The LASA, a new laboratory dedicated to research and teaching through practice, welcomes scientists and students with adapted infrastructure, work and storage spaces. PaTHs Institute The Patrimoines, Transmissions, Héritages institute (PaTHs) is a federation of research centers and groups that have sprung up in and around UNamur's Faculty of Philosophy and Letters in recent years. The AcanthuM (Monumental and Artistic Heritage) research cluster is part of the PaTHs institute. It develops interdisciplinary and diachronic research in Art History and Archaeology on monumental and artistic heritage, from Antiquity to the present day, and ensures its dissemination through the provision of expertise and mediation. Read more Doctorates The Department's assistants carry out doctoral research at the University of Namur or at foreign universities. For several years, the Department has welcomed students enrolled in doctoral studies. Theses in progress: https://paths.unamur.be/acanthum/projets/theses-en-preparation Theses defended: https://paths.unamur.be/acanthum/projets/theses-soutenues PhD students in Archaeology and Art Sciences are affiliated to the FNRS "History, Art and Archaeology" Doctoral School (ED 4). Find out more. Research at the University of Namur Research All the information you need about research (institutes, themes, projects, publications, services for researchers, etc.). ADRE The Research Administration (ADRE) is at the disposal of researchers and partners in terms of funding, sound management and valorization of research projects. Services for researchers Learn more about all the services reserved for researchers at the University of Namur, from Masters to qualified researchers. Find out more about the Department of Archaeology and Art Sciences SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Home See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } History See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Library See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Members See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Contact See content

In practice Where?The library of the Department of Archaeology and Art Sciences is located on the 4th floor of the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters building (access: rue Grafé, 1). Who?The library is accessible free of charge to all students and people from outside the university who hold a Moretus Plantin University Library reader's card (BUMP). When? Monday : from 09:00 to 12:00 and from 13:00 to 17:00 Tuesday : from 09:00 to 12:00 and from 13:00 to 17:00 Wednesday : from 09:00 to 12:00 and from 13:00 to 17:00 Thursday : from 09:00 to 12:00 and from 13:00 to 17:00 For any request, please contact S. Collard (sarah.collard@unamur.be) Various useful links are available to students and researchers in the Department of Archaeology and Art Sciences. Useful links CataloguesThe library catalog of the Department of Archaeology and Art Sciences is integrated into the general UNamur catalog. A paper file completes the database. UNamur online catalogueCatalogue UniCat(new Belgian union catalog)Catalogue Antilope (periodicals in Belgium)Discover the library's new acquisitions. New library acquisitions PeriodicalsThe library has around 100 periodicals, 15 of which are subscriptions. The other journals come from donations. Periodicals Library classification Library classification plan Department publicationsAs far as possible, these publications are made available to you either at the department library, the BUMP or the CDRR library. Departmental publications Contact During business hours by courier mathieu.piavaux@unamur.be

On this page, you'll find a report on all the actions and activities initiated at the University of Namur in connection with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #4: "Quality Education."

Research in the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters is highly diversified. It aims to take a fresh look at the cultural productions of yesterday and today. Scientific projects on a national and international scale make it one of the main pillars of the Faculty's influence in Belgium and abroad. With a view to maintaining contact with the teaching provided in the various sections of the faculty, research was initially developed at departmental level, before being structured around research institutes and research centers attached to them.

The Cellule Médico-Psychologique (CMP) offers psychological consultations. It offers a range of services to ensure that every student has the best possible study experience: stress management support, awareness-raising and discussion workshops on mental health-related topics, and a discussion on the importance of risk reduction in festive environments. It also provides support for students with special needs or disabilities. All services are free of charge.

The Assembly of Project Houses, more commonly known as AKàP, is a body of the General Student Assembly of the University of Namur (AGE) that represents the student project dorms and non-drom projects of the University of Namur.

At the University of Namur, there are two groups of students who fight and commit to their own political vision: socialand liberal.

The Forum Universitaire pour la Coopération Internationale au Développement (FUCID) is an NGO within the University that values solidarity and citizenship for a more just, sustainable, equitable world that respects human rights.

The chaplaincy is a meeting place for students where they can share their search for God and their quest for meaning.

The University of Namur places particular importance on the cultural development of its students. The university's cultural policy aims to make cultural activities educational, by integrating them into the institution's educational foundation. It focuses on stimulating artistic creativity, challenging norms, strengthening community ties, celebrating diversity, supporting committed students, promoting gender equality and enriching education through global culture.

In addition to the Assemblée Générale des Étudiants (AGE) and the Assemblée des Kots-à-Projets (AKàP), there are a number of other student-run organizations. As part of the University Community Life Department (Vécu), the Activities Department is responsible for the smooth running of the various activities organized and proposed by the activities collectives. It implements the procedures and regulations governing the organization of activities, and ensures that they are respected by the collectives, so as to ensure a smooth cohabitation between the activities of the Université de Namur and the extra-academic activities of students. It is also he who justifies, sets and enforces any sanctions that may fall to a collective or individual.