MA International Conservation Studies

The course MA Conservation Studies from the University of York is a 1-year full-time course that provides students with a broad understanding of current issues in conservation and the wider cultural heritage sector. This course provides a rigorous academic base, unique professional experiences and exposure to the sector, and forms a springboard for established careers or further academic study.Course Content: The MA Conservation Studies course prides itself on cutting-edge research and up-to-date analysis of the management, policy, and practical issues facing the conservation industries. The course tackles both the theories and realities of cultural, particularly heritage, policy, management, and practice. This is done through a blend of lectures, seminars, and group work, with occasional site visits.Key Modules: The course comprises three terms: two taught terms incorporating nine assessed modules, plus a dissertation in the third term. The core modules include Historic Environment Record; Heritage, Place, and Community; Introduction to Conservation Practice; Management of Historic Buildings; Cultural Heritage Management; Skills Development in Archaeology: Site Evaluation Strategies; Skills Development in Archaeology: Evaluating Finds; Skills Development in Archaeology: Post Excavation Project Management; and Emergent Issues Paper.Accreditations: The course is based on the Department of Archaeology at York, rated as one of the world’s leading Archaeology departments, and awarded a Queen's Anniversary Prize for its role in bridging the gap between archaeology as an academic discipline and the wider world. Future Careers: The course offers hands-on experience and a thorough grounding in all aspects of the sector providing a solid platform for a career in the field. Previous students have pursued careers in a broad range of roles such as Conservation Officer, Heritage Consultant, Historic Environment Officer, Project Coordinator, Heritage Lottery Fund Caseworker, and Interpretation Assistant.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.