Course summary

Our MA Heritage Studies master's course is aimed at students who want to develop their knowledge and practical skills to pursue or develop careers in heritage policy, management, conservation, learning, engagement and enterprise. Heritage Studies examines the theory and practice of heritage making, management and use in local, national and international contexts. It includes both the practical aspects of conservation and management and a study of social, political and economic dynamics in cultural, archaeological, built and natural heritage. You will study comprehensive core units on critical heritage studies and key issues and approaches to heritage policy and management, as well as routes into specialisation and professional practice through a wide range of units covering distinctive topic areas such as:

• digital heritage;

• curating and engagement;

• decolonising museums and heritage;

• heritage and sustainable development;

• intangible cultural heritage and natural heritage;

• creative learning;

• heritage and learning;

• strategic planning and management of heritage projects and enterprises.