Heritage Conservation

BSc (Hons) Heritage Conservation

Delivery method: Full-time
Course Reference: BSHC

Course Overview

One of the UK's most comprehensive Heritage Conservation degree courses.

An interdiscinplinary degree, the course covers all aspects of the historic environment including landscape history, buildings, heritage planning and management, archaeology, materials and environmental sciences, interpretation, presentation, communications, marketing, project management and professional skills equipping the graduate for a wide range of careers.

The study of Heritage Conservation at BU benefits from our excellent reputation for research and taught courses that combine strong practical components with sound theoretical knowledge. This degree offers an exciting specialism incorporating transferable management skills sought by all types of employers including field investigations. Professional placements develop expertise and provide the basis for excellent career opportunities.

Recent placement locations include South Africa, Russia, Greece, New Zealand, the British Museum, Hampton Court Palace, the Building Research Establishment, Wessex Archaeology, Wells Cathedral Stonemasons, the National Trust and Fort Bovisand Underwater Centre. Graduates have gone to work in appropriate agencies including historic sites & buildings, museums, art galleries and education services, conservation organisations and trusts plus local authority planning teams.

Mature student entry is encouraged based on relevant experience and/or qualifications.