Trimester one provides the foundation for your subsequent study We'll explore changing and contested ideas about the nature of heritage examine the social political and economic context in which heritage is defined and managed and consider the best of current practice through a series of workshops These are led by some of the best professionals in the sector many of whom will continue to offer you support and advice

Trimester two tests how far your thinking has developed You'll plan and undertake an independent research project which allows you to ask key questions about an aspect of current practice that most inspires or concerns you In parallel with this you will complete a 25-day placement with one of our many partners in the sector

Trimester three marks the culmination of your studies the chance to complete an extended piece of research through a dissertation or to design and deliver a new project in collaboration with a heritage site museum archive or community group or to work with artists and teachers health professionals and developers

Part-time students follow the same sequence of modules but do so over two working from theory to practice and assessing both in relation to one another

Course modules
This course includes or offers the following modules Please check the programme document for more information on which modules are core required or optional

Contextualising Heritage
Heritage Management Planning and Practice
Placement
Understanding Current Practice research project
Extended Placement or Project
Dissertation
International perspectives
The Country House in Context

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it