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Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation

Course Code:	215JA
Course Version:	2
Location:	UC - Canberra, Bruce
Faculty:	Faculty of Arts and Design
Discipline(s):	Discipline of Creative and Cultural Practice
UAC Code:	363066
CRICOS Code:	076968D
ATAR	60
English Language Requirements:	Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 5.5

A unique focus on culture and preservation

Embark on a unique opportunity of cultural discovery and protection. Our Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation is the only undergraduate course of its kind in Australia. Located in Canberra, you’re in the perfect city with an abundance of world-class museums and cultural institutions at your fingertips. Choose to specialise in one area or opt for a holistic understanding of all types of heritage in a social, cultural and an historic context.

Study a Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation at UC and you will:

have the unique opportunity to study cultural heritage in all its forms
get a solid grounding in the principles and practices of heritage, museums and conservation
look at the philosophical, ethical and practical issues of cultural heritage that arise from histories of colonialism and Indigenous ownership
learn from an international perspective looking at the development of heritage on a global, national and local scale, with a unique look at the Australia-Pacific region
get the technical, cultural and historical know how, as well as the practical skills needed in a diverse range of professional fields
enjoy group work, field trips, exhibition visits, and a broad range of student activities that create a strong community amongst students.

Work-integrated learning

This degree takes a strong practical approach with opportunities to do internships at Australia’s renowned national museums and institutions. You may also have the opportunity to experience an international behind the scenes tour in a UK based heritage location.

Career opportunities

Museums and galleries specialist
Conservators
Curators
Collection managers
Heritage site manager/consultant
Heritage and cultural policy advisor

Course specific information

In light of your study, you may be eligible for the Australian Institute for the Conservation of Cultural Material (AICCM) Student Conservator of the Year Award; acknowledging students who show a strong commitment to the conservation profession.

Enquiries

Current and Commencing Students: Email artsanddesign.enquiries@canberra.edu.au or Phone (02) 6201 2570 or 6206 3887
Prospective International Students: Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342
Prospective Domestic Students: Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)

Admission Requirements

Normal UC requirements for admission to an undergraduate course.

Assumed Knowledge

None.

Periods Course is Open to New Admissions

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Year	Location	Domestic	International
2017	UC Canberra - Bruce Campus	Semester 1 Winter Term Semester 2	Semester 1 Semester 2
2018	UC Canberra - Bruce Campus	Semester 1 Winter Term Semester 2	Semester 1 Semester 2
2019	UC Canberra - Bruce Campus	Semester 1 Winter Term Semester 2	Semester 1 Semester 2

Information on admission closing dates can be found here.

Credit Arrangements

Credit arrangements (if available) for this course can be found on the University's Credit Search website.

Course Requirements

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Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation (72 credit points)
Required - Must pass 3 credit points as follows
- Note:
  - Students who completed 9799 Foundations of Professional Planning prior to 2018 may count this unit in lieu of 10333 Professional Orientation (Arts)
Restricted Choice - 39 credit points as follows
- Part A - Must select 1 of the following
  - Option 1 - Must pass 36 credit points as follows
    - MJ0140 Major in Cultural Heritage Practice (18 credit points)
      - Required - Must pass 12 credit points as follows
        
        8942 - Global Perspectives on Heritage Management - 3 cp, Level 2
        
        8943 - Heritage Philosophy and Ethics - 3 cp, Level 3
        
        8947 - Objects as Material Culture - 3 cp, Level 3
        
        8948 - People, Place and the Past - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Restricted Choice - 6 credit points from the following
        
        Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
        
        8946 - Museums and Collection Management - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        10153 - Working with Collections - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        Part B - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
        
        8945 - Museums and the Anthropology of Collecting - 3 cp, Level 2
        
        10154 - Exploring Digital Heritage - 3 cp, Level 2
    - MJ0220 Major in Conservation (18 credit points)
  - Option 2 - Must pass 36 credit points as follows
    - MJ0176 Major in Museum Studies (18 credit points)
      - Required - Must pass 3 credit points as follows
        8947 - Objects as Material Culture - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Restricted Choice - 15 credit points as follows
        
        Part C - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
        
        8169 - Globalisation and Resistance - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        8949 - Preventative Conservation - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        9478 - Preventative Conservation - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        Part D - Must pass 6 credit points from the following
        
        6536 - Indigenous History and Self Expression - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        6878 - Indigenous Australia: Contemporary Issues - 3 cp, Level 2
        
        7879 - Cross-Media Production - 3 cp, Level 3
        
        7881 - Networked Media Production - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        8121 - Introduction to Media Production - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        8510 - Global Ethical Challenges - 3 cp, Level 2
        
        8511 - International History of the 20th Century - 3 cp, Level 2
        
        9467 - Indigenous History and Identity - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
        
        8946 - Museums and Collection Management - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        10153 - Working with Collections - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        Part B - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
        
        8945 - Museums and the Anthropology of Collecting - 3 cp, Level 2
        
        10154 - Exploring Digital Heritage - 3 cp, Level 2
    - MJ0221 Major in Heritage Studies (18 credit points)
      - Required - Must pass 9 credit points as follows
        
        8942 - Global Perspectives on Heritage Management - 3 cp, Level 2
        
        8943 - Heritage Philosophy and Ethics - 3 cp, Level 3
        
        8948 - People, Place and the Past - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Restricted Choice - 9 credit points as follows
        
        Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
        
        8400 - Introduction to Architecture History - 3 cp, Level 2
        
        9316 - Cultural Heritage Field School - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        9774 - History & Theory 1: Introduction to Architecture History - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        Note:
        Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation must complete unit 9316 Cultural Heritage Field School.
        
        Part B - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
        
        6917 - Environmental Conflict and Management - 3 cp, Level 3
        
        6983 - Landscape History - 3 cp, Level 2
        
        7967 - Introduction to Planning - 3 cp, Level 1
        
        8735 - Urban Design and Place Making - 3 cp, Level 3
        
        8965 - Landscape Theory - 3 cp, Level 2
        
        Part C - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
        
        8158 - Indigenous Societies and Heritage - 3 cp, Level 3
        
        9634 - Indigenous Heritage and Landscapes - 3 cp, Level 3
- Part B - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
  - Faculty of Arts and Design Restricted Choice Unit
    - Restricted Choice - May select from
      - Note:
        
        1. Units 9494 AND 9498 are no longer apart of this course from Semester 2, 2016. Students who commenced prior to 2017 can have these units counted towards course completion.
        
        2. If one of the units in this list is already a required unit within the typical course structure, it cannot be counted as an Arts Foundation Unit.
        
        3. This list includes units from both Semesters 1 and 2 so you will need to check unit availability.
Open Electives - 30 credit points as follows
- Must pass 30 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a major, a minor and/or individual units.
- Note:
  - Elective Major Option: Students should consider studying the Major in Conservation if they are not already doing so.
  - Heritage Conservation Career: Students pursuing a career in heritage conservation are highly recommended to take the Minor in Conservation Science.
  - Research Project: With permission from the Course Convener, high performing students may take 7962 Cultural Heritage Research Project as a third year elective.
  - Unit Levels: In selecting electives students should note that no more than 30 credit points at Level 1 is permitted for the entire course.
Note 1: Core units will be delivered in online or blended mode, with attendance required at residentials in some units. Online units will be available as elective options.
Note 2: Students living outside Canberra may complete the first year of the course by doing a combination of online and intensive residential studies.

Information for Current Students

There are previous versions of this course. As a current student you will complete the requirements for the course that were in place when you commenced. Click on the relevant link below to view the requirements of your version of the course.

Version2 - Start Date: 01/01/2015 End Date: Current Version
Version1 - Start Date: 01/01/2013 End Date: 31/12/2014

Awards

Award(s)	Official Abbreviation
Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation	B HeritMuseum&Conserv

Typical Study Pattern

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UC - Canberra, Bruce
- Standard Full Time Semester 1 Commencing - Option 1 - Conservation and Cultural Heritage Practice (2018)
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  - Year 1
    - Semester 1
      - Cultural Heritage Field School (9316) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - People, Place and the Past (8948) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Faculty of Arts and Design Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
      - Open Elective Unit OR Minor in Conservation Science Unit- 3 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Preventative Conservation (9478) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Professional Orientation (Arts) (10333) - cp, Level
      - Working with Collections (10153) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Open Elective Unit OR Minor in Conservation Science Unit- 3 cp
  - Year 2
    - Semester 1
      - Global Perspectives on Heritage Management (8942) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Materials in Heritage Conservation (9477) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
      - Open Elective Unit OR Minor in Conservation Science Unit- 3 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Dirt and Cleaning: Philosophy and Techniques (9476) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Exploring Digital Heritage (10154) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
      - Open Elective Unit OR Minor in Conservation Science Unit- 3 cp
  - Year 3
    - Semester 1
      - Objects as Material Culture (8947) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Sustainable Repair and Restoration (9479) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Two Open Elective Units- 6 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Heritage Philosophy and Ethics (8943) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Surface, Colour and Completeness (9480) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
      - Open Elective Unit OR 7962 Cultural Heritage Research Project- 3 cp
- Standard Full Time Semester 1 Commencing - Option 2 - Heritage Studies and Museum Studies (2018)
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  - Year 1
    - Semester 1
      - Cultural Heritage Field School (9316) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - People, Place and the Past (8948) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Faculty of Arts and Design Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
      - Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Preventative Conservation (9478) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Professional Orientation (Arts) (10333) - cp, Level
      - Working with Collections (10153) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
  - Year 2
    - Semester 1
      - Global Perspectives on Heritage Management (8942) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - MJ0221 Part B Unit
      - Two Open Elective Units- 6 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Exploring Digital Heritage (10154) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Indigenous Heritage and Landscapes (9634) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - MJ0176 Part B Unit
      - Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
  - Year 3
    - Semester 1
      - Objects as Material Culture (8947) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - MJ0176 Part B Unit
      - Two Open Elective Units- 6 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Heritage Philosophy and Ethics (8943) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Open Elective Unit OR 7962 Cultural Heritage Research Project- 3 cp
      - Two Open Elective Units- 6 cp

Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.

Unit Delivery Modes

Delivery modes for units in this degree are yet to be confirmed. Please contact us for more details.

Information for Fee Paying Students

Year	Domestic	International
2017	CSP	$25,370
2018	CSP	$27,150

The fees detailed above are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.

Professional Accreditation

None.

Course Learning Outcomes

Course Objectives	Graduate Qualities
Students will gain cultural and historical knowledge, as well as technical and practice based skills, which can be applied in diverse professional fields, particularly cultural heritage management, museums and conservation.	1. Communication The ability to present knowledge, ideas and opinions effectively and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries 2. Analysis and inquiry The ability to gather information, and to analyse and evaluate information and situations in a systematic, creative and insightful way 3. Problem solving The ability to apply problem-solving processes in novel situations; to identify and analyze problems then formulate and implement solutions 4. Working independently and with others The ability to plan their own work, be self-directed, and use interpersonal skills and attitudes to work collaboratively
Students will acquire knowledge of the key disciplines for cultural heritage research (history, archaeology, anthropology) and the theory and philosophy of heritage, museums and conservation. Students will develop cognitive and creative skills in exercising critical thinking and judgment in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence. Students will also develop communication skills in presenting clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas	2. Analysis and inquiry The ability to gather information, and to analyse and evaluate information and situations in a systematic, creative and insightful way 3. Problem solving The ability to apply problem-solving processes in novel situations; to identify and analyze problems then formulate and implement solutions
Students will understand the key ethical and professional issues associated with cultural heritage, museums and conservation.	5. Professionalism and social responsibility The capacity and intention to use professional knowledge and skills ethically and responsibly, for the benefit of others and the environment

Course Duration

Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.

Honours

High performing students may be eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Arts and Design (Honours) course.

Offerings

2017->UC Bruce Campus-Internal
Past Offerings
- 2013->UC Bruce Campus-Internal
- 2014->UC Bruce Campus-Internal
- 2015->UC Bruce Campus-Internal
- 2016->UC Bruce Campus-Internal