The BA (Hons) Conservation of Cultural Heritage degree offers opportunities to gain extensive, hands-on experience working on a range of historic materials provided by museums and private collections. Contact with sector professionals and visiting lecturers will also provide students with the opportunity to build contacts in the field. Students will have the opportunity to undertake conservation treatments on a range of different objects and materials. Starting with simple objects in year 1, and increasing in complexity as skills and knowledge are built, the practical aspect culminates in an exhibition of work at the end of the final year. The course aims to enable the application of theory to practice and students have the opportunity to navigate decision making and ethics through independent research and the guidance of tutors. Conservation science teaching aims to provide students with a theoretical understanding of materials science and instruction on testing and identification using a range of analytical techniques. Students also have the opportunity to take part in a work placement in the heritage industry, which is designed to help to build links and increase employability.

Conservation Of Cultural Heritage graduates will have the opportunity to gain numerous transferable skills that enable progression into a range of careers in the heritage industries. Our strong links with museums and agencies around the world provides graduates with the chance to progress into roles in prominent institutions, such as the Historic Royal Palaces, the National Trust, English Heritage, the National Portrait Gallery and the Raffles Museum, Singapore. Careers Service The University Careers and Employability Team offer qualified advisors who can work with you to provide tailored, individual support and careers advice during your time at the University. As a member of our alumni we also offer one-to-one support in the first year after completing your course, including access to events, vacancy information and website resources; with access to online vacancies and virtual and website resources for the following two years.