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MA Cultural Heritage and Protection of Cultural Goods at Heidelberg University

Heidelberg University, Germany

Programme overview

The degree programme in cultural heritage and cultural heritage protection provides students with fundamental skills required for the management and handling of material and immaterial cultural heritage, as well as a sound understanding of the foundations of cultural heritage protection. The course covers both the theoretical and practical aspects of cultural heritage.

Faculty: Faculty of Philosophy  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time option available); German-taught and Mainly German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester only  |  Location: Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The academic programme is modular and can currently be elected as a major subject only (100% weighting). The course must be begun in the winter semester.

Career pathways

Work placements offered in cooperation with relevant partners (museums, world heritage sites, monument offices, international organisations) also give students the opportunity to develop practical skills (the presentation of cultural artefacts, heritage management), and provide initial insight into the demands of the employment market.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission route: Consecutive master’s programmes with access restriction. Language of instruction: Mainly German. Requires a completed relevant Bachelor degree (consecutive Master).

Intake: Winter semester only

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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