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MA Heritage Theory and Practice

University of Plymouth

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Plymouth Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

MA Heritage Theory and Practice is intended for graduates and professionals focused on a career in heritage. You will explore current principles and practices in the professional world of heritage sites and museums including heritage management, exhibition curation and community engagement.You will also engage with concepts and approaches in contemporary heritage theory and, importantly, how theory can relate to practice. During the degree, you will take part in ‘live’ projects with one of our heritage partners, develop your own digital history product and be eligible for a heritage work placement. Study Heritage with the University of Plymouth and work on ‘live’ projects with one of our heritage partners including English Heritage, National Trust, Dartmoor National Park, Powderham Castle, The Museum of Cornish Life and The Box.Explore the connections between theory and practice in contemporary issues such as equality, diversity and inclusion climate change and, health and wellbeing.Be part of the team of Plymouth Heritage Praxis, the University of Plymouth’s heritage engagement unit.Be taught contemporary heritage practice by heritage professionals from organisations including the National Trust, the V&A, National Heritage Lottery Fund and Dartmoor National Park.Explore the emerging field of digital heritage, producing your own online content for our 'Digital History Project'.Choose to produce your own heritage project instead of a traditional dissertation.Participate in an internship with one of our national and regional heritage partners.

Tuition fees

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£ 18,700per year

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University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth

  • University League Table

    67th

  • Campus address

    University of Plymouth- Plymouth Campus, Drake Circus, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom

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