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MA Global Heritage Management at University of Manchester

University of Manchester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

MA Global Heritage Management master's course is aimed at graduates and professionals who wish to pursue heritage sector careers. Learn to manage the heritage needs and interests of global communities, places and cultures. Prepare for careers in heritage management, cultural policy, tourism, consultancy, education and community-led initiatives through practical and professional learning opportunities.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Arts, Languages and Cultures  |  Duration: MA: 1 yr (FT) | 2yr (PT)  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A master’s degree is formed of 180 credits. 120 of these credits are made up by a mix of mandatory and optional course units, with 60 credits taken in each semester. Currently, Global Heritage Management students take two compulsory course units: ‘Introduction to Critical Heritage Studies’ and ‘Heritage Policy and Management’ in semester one. Compulsory units include Dissertation, Introduction to Critical Heritage Studies, Heritage Policy and Management.

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Entry requirements

We normally expect students to have a First or Upper Second class honours degree or its overseas equivalent in ahumanities-based subject area. Professional experience in a relevant sector to the degree is also taken into consideration. Experience: In the personal statementsection of the application form, youcan outlineany work experience (including voluntary work) you have in a museum, gallery, or other related institution.

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,400 a year (2027/28). MA (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 31,400 a year (2027/28). MA (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: MA: 1 yr (FT) | 2yr (PT)

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