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MA Conservation of Historic Buildings

MA Conservation of Historic Buildings

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Full time | University of York | 1 year | 16-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

16-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MA - Master of Arts

Subject areas

Building Conservation Architectural History Ancient Monuments: Conservation

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Engage with conservation in the context of historic buildings and develop a unique mix of practice-based and theoretical learning for your professional work or further research in the conservation sector. This course is accredited by the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC).

Established in 1972, this course combines essential disciplinary knowledge and advanced scholarship with hands-on experience in sustainable building conservation practice. Working alongside experienced practitioners, you will engage with practical and professional issues in a series of focused skills modules from an exciting range of related disciplines and develop your own hands-on experience in practice.

A voluntary work placement in a conservation organisation in the York region will enhance and focus your practice-based experience and you will develop your research skills in an original, independently conducted research project.

Accreditation

The MA in Conservation Studies (Historic Buildings) is recognised by the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) and offers a bespoke route for UK practitioners to achieve full professional membership of the IHBC.

Graduates of this course with just two years of relevant professional experience can apply to become a Full Member of the IHBC This compares with the five years of relevant practice required of other applicants.

The course conforms with the international ICOMOS Guidelines for Education and Training in Conservation.

Teaching and assessment

You’ll work with world-leading academics who’ll challenge you to think independently and excel in all that you do. Our approach to teaching will provide you with the knowledge, opportunities, and support you need to grow and succeed in a global workplace.

Careers and skills

Graduates have gone on to careers in archaeology and heritage-related organisations across the UK and abroad. You'll also develop transferable skills that are applicable to a multitude of careers beyond archaeology and heritage.

Modules

This module aims to provide an understanding of principles and practice in conservation project management and the need for effective techniques and heritage-led solutions; to explore some of the key funding issues in conservation of historic buildings; to consider costing, its implications and imaginative financial solutions; to introduce the application of risk assessment methods for conservation projects.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,590

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£23,900

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent in Architecture, Archaeology, History, History of Art, Architectural History or a relevant allied discipline; Other qualifications and experience: Mature students or those with less conventional qualifications but with relevant work experience will be considered.