MA Cultural Heritage Studies

The Cultural Heritage Studies MA at UCL (University College London) is a full-time, one-year program designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of cultural heritage and the challenges it faces in the 21st century. This program enables students to engage critically with material and immaterial source material, and to apply the methodologies of different disciplines to the study of global cultural heritage, such as arts, history, social sciences, law, and digital technology.Course Content: The program comprises three core modules (90 credits), two optional modules (30 credits) and a research dissertation (60 credits). It covers areas like Cultural Heritage, Globalisation and Development, Management of Archaeological Sites, Museums and Evolution, and uses teaching methods such as lectures, seminars, tutorials, presentations, class discussions, and field trips. Key Modules: The core modules offered are Concepts and Perspectives in Cultural Heritage, Cultural Memory, and Research Skills, which touch on the theoretical, methodological, and practical aspects of cultural heritage. The optional modules allow for further exploration of topics such as Managing Museums, Cultural Landscapes, and Digital Resources in the Humanities.Accreditations: UCL is among the world's top universities, and its Institute of Archaeology is ranked first in the UK for Archaeology in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022.Future Careers: Graduates of this MA have found work with national and international heritage agencies, museums, UN cultural heritage body, and private sector consultancies. Graduates can also pursue higher level research degrees or other professional qualifications.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.