Cultural Heritage Management

University of York
Postgraduate MA Full-time 1 Year HistoryHistory of art

About this course

This is a general programme of study, exploring the multi-disciplinary nature of the heritage environment. It is therefore suitable not just for students of Archaeology or History, but for anyone who wishes to pursue a career in the heritage sector. Recent students have included those with backgrounds in history, English, history of art, politics and environmental sciences. The cultural heritage sector offers a wide range of exciting opportunities in museums, local authorities and heritage agencies, organisations and consultancies. This course offers essential training for professional roles throughout the sector. Through a combination of academic studies, practical training, work placements and research projects, this course provides a thorough grounding in all aspects of heritage management theory and practice. You will address key issues such as: Why does the past matter and to whom? Who decides what constitutes heritage and what should be done with it? How should we present the past to the public? The course focuses on providing you with highly valued and transferrable practical skills, knowledge and experience.

Study Options

This course is available in 3 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MA

Location: York

Part-time

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: MA

Location: York

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MA

Location: York

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
4214 Company secretaries and administrators
2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
4135 Library clerks and assistants
2471 Librarians

Course Details

Qualification
MA
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
York
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
History, History of art