Master's Training Program Specialty: History of Resistance and National Movement Algeria 1830-1954

This program offers specialized scientific and historical study of Algeria’s contemporary history from 1830 to 1954. It focuses on analyzing this pivotal era within the context of French colonial presence, examining the dynamics of colonialism and the diverse Algerian responses—ranging from armed resistance to political movements.

Through a combination of lectures, guided research, seminars, and symposiums, participants will develop a deeper understanding of the period from the onset of French occupation to the outbreak of the armed struggle in 1954. The curriculum emphasizes engagement with primary sources, incorporates advancements in historical and humanities research, and references the latest scholarly publications including books, academic journals, and digital resources on Algeria’s history within its broader historical framework.

Upon completion, students will gain comprehensive expertise in this field, culminating in a Master’s degree in the History of Algerian Resistance and the National Movement.

This master's degree provides specialised training for history students in the history of Algeria from 1830 to 1954, while understanding the historical context surrounding this period in its national, Maghrebian, Arab and international dimensions. This master's degree enables students to familiarise themselves with the history of Algeria during the period of French colonisation and to use this knowledge after graduation during their professional career. The specialisation also helps the student to pursue research and study at the doctoral level, either in Algeria or in France, and the knowledge gained enables him to have a solid basis for further specialisation in a topic of this time period.