Bangor University

Global Heritage (Distance Learning)

Bangor University

Course overview

This Distance Learning MA in Global Heritage explores and evaluates national and international measures and mechanisms that seek to manage and protect tangible and intangible heritage. Studying a master’s degree in Global Heritage provides students with the necessary practical and academic skills to meet the demands of a challenging and evolving heritage industry. Students will learn about a range of issues central to current debates on the definition, diversity, and contested nature of heritage.

This MA explores the role of heritage within past and contemporary societies and the multifarious nature of cultural heritage within a global context. During this distance learning MA in Global Heritage, students gain a critical understanding of UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the nomination process and inscription, management, and forward planning. Particular emphasis is placed on sustainable tourism - exploring theoretical and practical approaches and the need to engage local communities in their heritage.

Embedded in this programme is a strong training element to enhance career prospects.

Key highlights

  • Examines national and international mechanisms protecting tangible and intangible heritage
  • Critical study of UNESCO World Heritage nomination, inscription and management
  • Particular emphasis on sustainable tourism and engaging local communities
  • Embedded training element designed to enhance career prospects
  • Explores contested definitions and diversity of heritage in a global context
  • Delivered entirely by distance learning

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include relevant subject; or above

Scholarships

  • Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research

    20% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Heads of School Scholarship

    10% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Inclusive Bangor Scholarships

    Payment towards tuition fees for one-year taught or research postgraduate Masters (or for two years if studying part-time). This will be capped at £9,500.

  • Refugee Scholarship

  • Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships

    50% discount on the published International Tuition Fee for each year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Heritage manager
  • World Heritage site coordinator
  • Heritage officer
  • Cultural tourism manager
  • Museum curator
  • Heritage consultant

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Bangor University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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