Bachelor's degree
In London
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Bachelor's degree
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Location
London
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Duration
3 Years
This course provides a broad programme of practical and theoretical work. Through hands-on working experience of organic objects from real collections, students develop and understand conservation decisions and techniques. Studio work is supported by science, museology and technical studies, allowing you to expand knowledge and skills and respond confidently to a wide variety of professional opportunities.
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About this course
* 2 GCE Advanced 'A' level in relevant subjects for example English, History, Art History, Philosophy or a science, OR equivalent BTEC National Diploma/Access courses in Conservation/Foundaiton, supported by 3 GCSE Grade C or above.
* Mature students who have evidence of related experience/prior learning.
* Supporting portfolio of work demonstrating manual/craft skills (art and craft based).
* EU/International students must show proof of equivalent qualification and IELTS 6.0 in English on enrolment.
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Year 1
You will establish a knowledge and skills base, and undertake a professional visits programme. This begins a process of reflecting on the nature and role of your discipline and its importance for contemporary and future culture. The structure and condition of a variety of materials are explored, followed by extensive treatment of paper-based material. You will also engage with group projects exploring the meaning of cultural artefacts and be encouraged to take on work experience.
Year 2
Your knowledge will widen to encompass textiles, photographs, archival material and ethnography, including a period of off-site work experience. You will continue to reflect on the values embedded in material culture. Your group project will explore the meanings and uses of a particular object and advising on its future care. You will take an elective unit, selected from a broad range of options to enhance your core subject of study.
Electives - This programme is undertaken by all 2nd year BA students and offers a menu of complementary studies that allows you to broaden your enquiry both in practical terms and in relation to critical and professional contexts. There is the opportunity to strengthen your practice, deepen a particular seam of critical enquiry and expand technical skills in specific media or processes.
Year 3
Work is more independent and studio-based, with an emphasis on project management, personal planning and complex problem-solving in the treatment of objects in your specialist area. This year culminates in a public exhibition of work, attended by practicing conservators and heritage professionals. Our links with museums, institutions and individuals offer the chance for you to work with material sources from significant collections.
Additional information
Career opportunities: Recent graduates are working in the field of textiles, ethnography, book, paper and photographic conservation at major heritage institutions such as St Paul's Cathedral, the British Library, Tate Britain and the Wellcome Trust and many overseas institutions. A high percentage of graduates go on to work in conservation departments in leading cultural and heritage institutions.
Contact person: Eve Graves
Conservation