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Module Title
LM Heritage Conservation Management (DL)
School
History and Cultures
Department
History
Module Code
09 23294
Module Lead
Ioanna Katapidi
Level
Masters Level
Credits
20
Semester
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions
Open to postgraduate students enrolled on other programmes or as CPD module.
Exclusions
Description
This module is designed to develop the essential skills and knowledge required to contribute effectively to the management of heritage resources and organisations. Heritage managers work with a finite resource which they must manage appropriately to ensure its long term survival. Within the module, key concepts such as stewardship, sustainability and visitor management are considered right across the heritage sector from museums to `natural¿ and historic landscapes. Central to the sessions is the premise that creative conservation only comes through economic viability and accountability.The module is designed for people working in or planning to work in, museums, historic properties, tourism, planning, archaeological or conservation consultancy, and natural or cultural landscape management.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the historical and cultural significance of heritage resources
Show awareness of the importance of collections management
Show familiarity with the current professional best practice in Britain and overseas
Show an awareness of the importance of ethics in decision-making in the heritage sector
Demonstrate transferable skills in research activity and communication of ideas
Demonstrate the ability to gather, organise, and interpret appropriate materials for study, and to carry out work showing initiative and independence of judgement
Assessment
23294-01 : 3000 word assignment : Coursework (100%)
