Course
Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation (215JA.1)
| Faculty: | Faculty of Arts and Design |
|---|---|
| Discipline(s): | Discipline of Humanities |
| UAC Code: | 363066 |
| CRICOS Code: | 076968D |
Offerings
2013 -> UC Bruce Campus - Internal
2014 -> UC Bruce Campus - Internal
Past OfferingsIntroduction
This course is the only undergraduate course of its kind in Australia. This course grounds students in the principles and practices of the related fields of heritage, museums and conservation. Students can specialize in one of these subfields, but will also benefit from the interdisciplinary approach of this degree, to ensure a holistic understanding of all types of heritage in its social, cultural and historical context. The course will approach heritage, museums and conservation at the international scale, highlighting aspects of global, national and local contexts for the construction of heritage, while also providing a grounding in practice in the Australia/Pacific region. The course will foreground the philosophical, ethical and practice issues arising from histories of colonialism and Indigenous ownership of cultural heritage. Students will gain technical, cultural and historical knowledge, as well as practice based skills, which can be applied in diverse professional fields, particularly cultural heritage management, museums, and conservation specialisations.
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation | B HeritMuseum&Conserv |
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 and develop initiative and judgment in planning, problem solving and decision making. | 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.
Admission Requirements
Normal UC requirements for admission to an undergraduate course.
Additional Admission Requirements
None.
Assumed Knowledge
None.
Periods Course is Open to New Admissions
| Year | Domestic | International | Able to enrol full-time in first period of study |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Semester 1 |
Semester 1 |
Semester 1 |
| 2014 | Semester 1 |
Semester 1 |
Semester 1 |
| 2015 | Semester 1 |
Semester 1 |
Semester 1 |
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 Articulation Database
Honours
High performing students may be eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) course.
Information for Fee Paying Students
| Year | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | CSP | $20,500 |
| 2014 | CSP | $21,940 |
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.
Course Requirements
- (a) Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation (72 credit points)
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(b) Restricted Choice - Must pass 36 credit points as one of the following options
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(a) Restricted Choice - Option A
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(a) MJ0220 Major in Conservation (18 credit points)
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(a) Required - Must pass 18 credit points as follows
- 8941 - Dirt and Cleaning: Philosophy and Techniques - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8944 - Materials in Heritage Conservation - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8949 - Preventative Conservation - 3 cp, Level 1
- 8950 - Surface, Colour and Completeness - 3 cp, Level 3
- 8951 - Sustainable Repair and Restoration - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9316 - Cultural Heritage Field School - 3 cp, Level 1
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(a) Required - Must pass 18 credit points as follows
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(b) MJ0140 Major in Cultural Heritage Practice (18 credit points)
- 8942 - Global Perspectives on Heritage Management - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8943 - Heritage Philosophy and Ethics - 3 cp, Level 3
- 8945 - Museums and the Anthropology of Collecting - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8946 - Museums and Collection Management - 3 cp, Level 1
- 8947 - Objects as Material Culture - 3 cp, Level 3
- 8948 - People, Place and the Past - 3 cp, Level 1
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(a) MJ0220 Major in Conservation (18 credit points)
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(b) Restricted Choice - Option B
- (a) MJ0221 Major in Heritage Studies (18 credit points)
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(b) MJ0176 Major in Museum Studies (18 credit points)
- (a) Required - Must pass 9 credit points as follows
- (b) Restricted Choice Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
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(c) Restricted Choice Part B - 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
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(a) Restricted Choice - Option A
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(c) Open Electives - 36 credit points
- (a) Open Electives - Must pass 36 credit points from any part of the University, as Major(s), Minor(s) and/or individual units. - In choosing electives students should note that no more than 30 credit points at Level 1 is permitted for the entire course.
- (b) Notes: 1. Students wishing to pursue a career in heritage conservation are highly recommended to take the Minor in Conservation Science as part of their electives. - 2. Students may wish to study the Major in Conservation (18 credit points) as an elective Major if they are not already studying it. 3. High performing students are encouraged to take 7962 Cultural Heritage Research Project as an elective in third year. This unit can be enrolled in with the permission of the Course Convener.
Typical Study Pattern
YEAR-1
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| 12cp | 12cp |
|
8948 People, Place and the Past 9316 Cultural Heritage Field School Open Elective Unit(s) |
8946 Museums and Collection Management 8949 Preventative Conservation Open Elective Unit(s) |
YEAR-2
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| 12cp | 12cp |
|
8942 Global Perspectives on Heritage Management 8944 Materials in Heritage Conservation Open Elective Unit(s) |
8941 Dirt and Cleaning: Philosophy and Techniques 8945 Museums and the Anthropology of Collecting Open Elective Unit(s) |
YEAR-3
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| 12cp | 12cp |
|
8947 Objects as Material Culture 8951 Sustainable Repair and Restoration Open Elective Unit(s) |
8943 Heritage Philosophy and Ethics 8950 Surface, Colour and Completeness Open Elective Unit(s) |
YEAR-1
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| 12cp | 12cp |
|
8948 People, Place and the Past 9316 Cultural Heritage Field School Open Elective Unit(s) |
8946 Museums and Collection Management 8949 Preventative Conservation MJ0221 Part B Unit Open Elective Unit |
YEAR-2
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| 12cp | 12cp |
|
8942 Global Perspectives on Heritage Management MJ0221 Part A Unit Open Elective Unit(s) |
8158 Indigenous Societies and Heritage 8945 Museums and the Anthropology of Collecting MJ0176 Part B Unit(s) Open Elective Unit |
YEAR-3
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| 12cp | 12cp |
|
8947 Objects as Material Culture MJ0176 Part B Unit(s) Open Elective Unit(s) |
8943 Heritage Philosophy and Ethics Open Elective Unit(s) |
Enquiries
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
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| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students | Email artsanddesign.enquiries@canberra.edu.au or Phone (02) 6201 2570 or 6206 3887 |