Museum and Heritage Studies
GDip.
Overview
About this course
Gain a contextual understanding of core historical and theoretical developments in museum and heritage studies. Learn the frameworks for managing collections and sites and develop a practical understanding of the modes of interpretation used in the museum and heritage sector.
Who is it for?
This qualification will suit those looking to contribute to heritage studies and conservation management plans, as well as update the knowledge and skills needed for object and site research, significance assessment, archival research and exhibition development.
Structure
What you’ll study
Candidates for the Graduate Diploma in Museum and Heritage Studies must complete 48 credit points including:
- a minimum of 12 credit points of core units of study
- a minimum of 18 credit points of core elective units of study
- a maximum of 18 credit points of elective units of study
Costs
Tuition
HK$237,298.99
(international)
Funding
Admissions
Qualifications
Admission to candidature for the Graduate Diploma in Museum and Heritage Studies requires:
- a bachelor's degree with a major in one of Anthropology, Archaeology, Art History, Cultural Geography, Cultural Studies, Education, English, Gender Studies, History, Indigenous Studies or another major with an equivalent skills and knowledge base; and a minimum 60% average calculated over the whole degree, from the University of Sydney, or an equivalent qualification; or
- completion of the Graduate Certificate in Museum and Heritage Studies with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification.
International qualifications
For qualifications awarded outside Australia, equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution, and qualification.
Language requirements
IELTS
7.0
A minimum result of 7.0 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band
TOEFL
96
A minimum result of 96 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing
PTE
68
A minimum result of 68 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band