Course summary
Discover the cultural heritage industry on this master’s degree at the University of Southampton. Gain the knowledge and skills to specialise in an area relevant to your interests. You’ll graduate from this MA with the expertise for a successful career in the sector, or for further study at PhD level. This UK master’s degree in cultural heritage studies will give you key knowledge of both land-based and maritime heritage. It covers everything from art, film and literature to the built environment and archaeological remains. You’ll gain essential experience through field trips, meeting industry practitioners, and the chance to apply for a work placement with one of our heritage partners.
Modules
"Compulsory modules include: Disseration or Professional Project; Global Cultural Heritage; Maritime Museums and Heritage Management; Public History. Optional modules include: Approaches to Critical and Creative Concepts; Communicating the Cultural Industries; Museum in the Modern World; Narrative, Place, Identity; The Publishing World; Professional Placement in the Archaeological and Cultural Heritage Sector. For a full list of modules please visit: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/cultural-heritage-studies-heritage-public-history-masters-ma#modules"
Assessment method
We'll assess your knowledge through: essays, laboratory and field activities, presentations and dissertation.
How to apply
International applicants
English language: Band C, IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components.
Entry requirements
First or upper second class honours degree in an appropriate subject from a UK university, that has included assessed written academic work. Alternatively, we will also consider an equivalent overseas or professional qualification in an appropriate subject area.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/fees/postgraduate.page
Sponsorship information
A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ