Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg campus

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MA World Heritage Studies at Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg

Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg, Germany

Programme overview

The international English-taught Master of Arts in World Heritage Studies teaches the practical skills and theoretical foundations for identifying, protecting, managing and presenting cultural and natural heritage sites. Launched over 25 years ago, it was described as the first programme in the world whose curriculum follows the UNESCO World Heritage Convention. It is offered on campus and online with a double-degree option. Location: Zentralcampus Cottbus; Online.

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; double degree; online; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Cottbus, Brandenburg, Germany

What you will study

An interdisciplinary approach combines the humanities, architecture, conservation, ecology, management, tourism and related fields.

Career pathways

Graduates work in a broad range of occupational fields, including organisations such as UNESCO.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor of Arts or equivalent in cultural studies or a related field (for example humanities, social sciences, architecture, archaeology, art history, conservation, environmental science, geography, cultural management or tourism); proof of English (TOEFL iBT min. 79, IELTS min. 6.5, Cambridge Advanced min. B, Cambridge Proficiency min. C). No numerus clausus (zulassungsfrei).

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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