Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage and the Arts)

Course Overview

The MA Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage and the Arts) at University of Southampton is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in Southampton, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. About this course This is a specialised pathway within the MA Cultural Heritage Studies program with a particular focus on the arts and creative communication. It aims to develop your specialist practical skills in communicating heritage in various artistic and creative genres and platforms, including publishing, broadcasting, heritage management, and arts curation. The pathway explores both land-based and maritime heritage, covering diverse forms such as film and literature, the built environment, and archaeological remains. International tuition fees are £26,200 per year, home/UK fees are £10,400 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 84% student satisfaction rating, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

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