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PostgraduateMA

Public History and Heritage

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester, England
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Course Overview

Offered by Manchester Metropolitan University, the MA Public History and Heritage provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Manchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. MA Public History and Heritage is a dynamic course which combines rigorous historical training with heritage-focused, hands-on experience. The course offers an opportunity to engage with both the theory and practice of public history. Whether your interests lie in museum curation, historic preservation, public exhibitions, or academic research, this course equips you with the tools to interpret, present and protect the past in ways that resonate with the public. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £21,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Theories and Philosophies of Public History
Museum Curation and Collections Management
Heritage Interpretation and Audience Engagement
Digital Heritage and Public Archives
Historic Preservation and Conservation Practice
Research Methods in Public History
Professional Placement and Industry Practice
Dissertation in Public History and Heritage
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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50%Working
20%Studying
20%Work & Study
70%Professional Jobs
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