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Selection rank | English language requirements | Duration | UAC code |
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68.00 | 3.0 years | ||
Faculty | Discipline(s) | Location | Available teaching periods |
Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Arts and Communications |
Fees
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown 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.
Academic entry requirements | English language requirements | CRICOS code | Faculty |
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076968D | Faculty of Arts and Design | ||
Discipline(s) | Location | Available teaching periods | Duration |
School of Arts and Communications |
3.0 years |
Fees
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown 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. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
A unique grounding in 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.
And Canberra is the perfect city to do it with an abundance of world-class museums and cultural institutions at your fingertips.
We approach the 3 related fields at an international level; looking at the development of heritage on a global, national and local scale, with a grounding in the Australia/Pacific region.
You can choose to specialise in 1 area or opt to take an interdisciplinary approach to get 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:
Study opportunities
Career Options
None.
Normal UC requirements for admission to an undergraduate course.
None.
None.
This course is not open for new admissions.
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy. Credit is not permitted towards completion of a graduate certificate.
- Units 9131 and 9132 were closed at the end of 2013. Students who completed both units will have them included towards course completion.
- 1. If one of the units in this list is already a required unit within the typical course structure, it cannot be counted as a Restricted Choice.
- 2. This list includes units from both Semesters 1 and 2 so you will need to check unit availability.
- 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:In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you may need to meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
Year 1
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
Restricted Choice Arts Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Two Open Elective Units
Semester 2
Two Open Elective Units
Year 3
Semester 1
Two Open Elective Units
Semester 2
Two Open Elective Units
Year 1
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Arts Unit
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Two Open Elective Units
MJ0221 Part B Unit
Semester 2
MJ0176 Part B Unit
Open Elective Unit
Year 3
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
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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 |
Award | Official abbreviation |
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Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation | B HeritMuseum&Conserv |
High performing students may be eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) course.
Student category | Contact details |
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Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
Current and Commencing Students | Email FAD.Student@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
UC acknowledges the Ngunnawal people, traditional custodians of the lands where Bruce campus is situated. We wish to acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of Canberra and the region. We also acknowledge all other First Nations Peoples on whose lands we gather.