MA Public History and Heritage
Manchester Metropolitan University
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MA - Master of Arts

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Our specialised MA in Public History and Heritage draws on the research expertise of the Manchester Centre for Public History and Heritage, providing students with access to archives, historians and networks far beyond just those in the University.The course trains students in the specifics of public history and heritage and is suitable for those considering a career in heritage management or associated fields, such as libraries and archives, tourism or local government, or wishing to progress ...Read more

Our specialised MA in Public History and Heritage draws on the research expertise of the Manchester Centre for Public History and Heritage, providing students with access to archives, historians and networks far beyond just those in the University.The course trains students in the specifics of public history and heritage and is suitable for those considering a career in heritage management or associated fields, such as libraries and archives, tourism or local government, or wishing to progress onto higher research programmes.Alongside your studies, you will undertake a placement related to your research interests, organised in collaboration with staff members, and drawn from our extensive network of regional contacts. Previous placements have included National Trust properties, the People's History Museum, and the Holocaust Exhibition and Learning Centre (Huddersfield).

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76/279
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47th
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50th
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Ethan
23 Oct 25

Some of the buildings are a bit outdated, such as the library, which takes away for the feel of the uni a little but otherwise it is a fantastic campus and feels very..Read more

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Lily
23 Oct 25

The best is the support from staff and how kind everyone is. The worst is the application process, I found that there was no communication which created a lot of anxiety and..Read more

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Entry requirements

Graduates with a 2.1 degree or higher in History or associated discipline would be automatically considered. Those who achieve a 2.2 in History, or who have a Masters from a non-Humanities field will be considered on the merits of their individual application, and might be asked to submit, for example, a piece of written work. Those without a History degree or equivalent qualification will be considered if they have compensating industry experience.

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£10,600 per year

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£10,600 per year

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£21,000 per year

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£21,000 per year

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Ormond Building Lower Ormond Street Manchester Lancashire M15 6BX United Kingdom
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