Conservation for Archaeology and Museums

Course Overview

The MSc Conservation for Archaeology and Museums at UCL (University College London) is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in Camden, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year full-time and part-time structure. Designed for students wishing to pursue a career in the practice of heritage conservation, this programme consists of one year's training at the Institute of Archaeology, with an emphasis on developing practical experience under specialist guidance in the conservation laboratories, followed by a ten-month assessed conservation work placement in a museum or similar institution. International tuition fees are £42,700 per year, home/UK fees are £8,400 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 82% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £28,500 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 73% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

UK tuition fees (2026/27) £16,800 £8,400 Overseas tuition fees (2026/27) £42,700 £21,350

Graduate Outcomes

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