Master of Urban and Cultural Heritage
The University of Melbourne
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K
This unique cross-disciplinary and industry-oriented program is open to graduates who are passionate about the social and cultural dimensions of the built environment in the 21 st century. Urban and cultural heritage is central to global cities today. Interpretation, management and conservation of urban and cultural heritage are increasingly matters of urgency and significance for global cities and communities. Heritage professionals help to tackle a broad range of challenges, including the pressures of rapid urbanization, issues of economic, social and environmental sustainability, as well as social and cultural change. As such, this course examines contemporary and theoretical approaches to heritage policy, which includes regulation and practice, new approaches to digital technologies and heritage, issues of heritage significance within historical and cross-cultural contexts, cultural heritage and its social and economic impacts including tourism and heritage reconstruction. Students will gain critical research and presentation skills in the analysis, documentation and management of heritage sites, landscapes, and tangible and intangible cultural practices.
Structure
- The Master of Urban and Cultural Heritage comprises 100 points
- 50 points of core subjects
- 50 points of electives
Subjects
- Principles of Heritage and Conservation
- Urban and Landscape Heritage
- Issues and Techniques in Global Heritage
- Measured Drawings & Digital Heritage
- Australian Architecture
- Twenty-first Century Architecture
- Critical&Curatorial Practices in Design
- Representing and Remembering Place (PG)
- Urban and Cultural Heritage Minor Thesis
- MUCH Heritage Industry Internship
Standard entry requirements
- A cognate masters coursework degree with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65% (or equivalent) or
- A cognate four-year undergraduate degree (with honours) with a WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent) or
- A cognate three-year undergraduate degree with a WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent) AND two years of documented relevant professional experience.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Parkville | International: $52,992 | No |
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| Parkville | Domestic: $42,976 | No |
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