Program Overview
The University of Manchester's MA/PGDip Heritage Studies empowers students with critical approaches and practical skills in heritage management, conservation, learning, engagement, and enterprise. Offered in flexible full-time and part-time formats, the program provides hands-on experience through work placements and live projects, preparing graduates for careers in the dynamic field of heritage studies.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MA/PGDip Heritage Studies program at the University of Manchester offers a comprehensive exploration of heritage studies practice and theory. It aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the field of heritage management, conservation, learning, engagement, and enterprise.
Key Objectives:
- Explore emerging critical approaches and shifts in heritage studies practice and theory.
- Develop skills in and knowledge of heritage policy, management, conservation, learning, engagement, and enterprise.
- Provide opportunities for work placements in heritage sites, museums, galleries, and related cultural organizations in or around Manchester.
- Facilitate the design and participation in live projects with heritage and community organizations in Manchester.
Other:
- The program is offered in both full-time and part-time formats.
- Students can choose to pursue either an MA or a PGDip.
- The program duration is 1 year for full-time MA students and 2 years for part-time MA students.
- The PGDip program duration is 9 months for full-time students and 18 months for part-time students.
- The program is delivered by the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures.
- MA (full-time) UK students (per annum): £13,500 International, including EU, students (per annum): £27,500
- MA (part-time) UK students (per annum): £6,750 International, including EU, students (per annum): £13,750
- PGDip (full-time) UK students (per annum): £9,000 International, including EU, students (per annum): £18,333
- PGDip (part-time) UK students (per annum): £6,250 International, including EU, students (per annum): £9,166