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Graduate Diploma – Heritage Resources Management at Athabasca University

Athabasca University, Canada

Programme overview

Heritage resources management identifies the elements of the past that a society defines as its heritage, then determines how to conserve and use them in a way that respects them as a public trust.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Immediate  |  Location: Athabasca, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

In this program, you'll engage with core courses that cover foundational elements like heritage resources management and research methods, as well as a comprehensive practicum to apply your knowledge in real-world settings. You'll also have the opportunity to delve into specialized topics through elective courses, which may include subjects like architectural conservation, heritage risk management, and interpretive programming.

Career pathways

Upon completing the Graduate Diploma – Heritage Resources Management, you'll be well-equipped for a variety of roles in heritage institutions, from managing historical sites and museums to planning and delivering interpretive programs. Your broad skill set will also open doors to further academic pursuits or careers in policy-making, consultancy, and preservation initiatives.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission requirements include a baccalaureate degree and competence in specific heritage areas.

Domestic applicants: CAD 10,307 for the whole programme (2026). Estimated total programme tuition for a student living in Canada taking all courses at Athabasca University, 2026-2027 (courses starting Sep 1, 2026 to Aug 31, 2027). Calculated by the source as four 3-credit courses plus the practicum fee. Course tuition Source

Graduate Diploma – Management: three intakes per year (fall session start in August, winter session start in January, spring session start in May).

Graduate Diplomas in Distance Education Technology and Instructional Design: three program intakes per year, for course starts in spring (May), fall (late August) and winter (January).

Graduate Diploma – Counselling: September start.

Graduate Diploma – Management: apply by June 15 for fall, Oct. 15 for winter and March 15 for spring. Program application fee $238; program admission fee $950 (non-refundable).

Graduate Diplomas in Distance Education Technology and Instructional Design: apply by January 15 for a spring start, May 15 for a fall start and September 15 for a winter start. Program application fee $201 and admission fee $265.

Graduate Diploma – Counselling: apply by Jan. 15 for a September start. Program application fee $201 and admission fee $265.

Post-Master's Diploma – Nurse Practitioner: apply by Dec. 1, 2026 for May 2027, June 1, 2027 for January 2028, Feb. 1, 2028 for September 2028 and June 1, 2028 for January 2029. Program application fee $201 and admission fee $265.

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