Public History and Heritage MA Online
University of Derby
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MA - Master of Arts

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University of Derby

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MA - Master of Arts

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If you are interested in a career in the heritage industry, this online masters could be for you. You’ll study the role that history plays in the public sphere and gain practical experience and advanced training that will help prepare you for employment.The evidence of the past constantly surrounds us and is called upon, reshaped and reimagined in the present. This exciting Public History and Heritage Masters programme combines critical academic study of the role of history in the public sphere ...Read more

If you are interested in a career in the heritage industry, this online masters could be for you. You’ll study the role that history plays in the public sphere and gain practical experience and advanced training that will help prepare you for employment.

The evidence of the past constantly surrounds us and is called upon, reshaped and reimagined in the present. This exciting Public History and Heritage Masters programme combines critical academic study of the role of history in the public sphere with practical experience and advanced training designed to prepare you for leadership roles in the heritage sector.

Heritage plays a key role in the global economy, driving international tourism and generating income for local communities. The heritage industry is now not only a major source of employment, but one of the most frequent ways that members of the public come into contact with the past. Our online Public History and Heritage programme has been launched to help you make the most of the many career opportunities emerging in this ever growing and developing industry and gain practical experience and advanced training for heritage sector roles.

Careers

MA Public History and Heritage graduates typically go on to pursue a wide range of careers in roles such as Museum Curator, Archive Professional, Heritage Educator and Academic Researcher. Because the MA combines practical work experience with a Masters level dissertation based on thorough academic research, you will have a broad and flexible portfolio of skills to impress potential employers.

This course could also be the springboard for taking your studies to PhD level. The abilities you gain in independent learning, research and communication on the MA will prepare you well for the challenge.

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30/101
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67th
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95th

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Entry requirements

You will require: A 2:1 undergraduate degree in a relevant subject area If you don’t have a degree, we can consider your application if supported by significant experience in the heritage sector.

Tuition fees

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£9,450 per year

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£9,450 for the full course

£14,900 per year

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£14,900 per year

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Uni info

University of Derby
Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Peartree  1.8 miles away

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