F4K507: Conservation of Archaeological and Museum Objects (PP)

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1 F4K507: Conservation of Archaeological and Museum Objects (PP) Postgraduate Taught MA 2018 Essentials UCAS code Degree MA Mode of study Part Time + Full Time Duration 2 years (full -time) or 3 years (part-time) Location Durham City ( Department(s) Website pgarch.admissions@durham.ac.uk Telephone +44 (0) Page 1

2 Course Summary Description This is a 2 year (full-time) or 3 year (part-time) course, which educates and trains graduate students to be conservators capable of researching, analysing, cleaning, preserving and caring for a wide range of archaeological and museum objects. It is intended for those who wish to become practising artefact conservators, or work in the fields of artefact research or preventive conservation. Graduates of the course will normally work in museums or large heritage organisations such the National Trust or English Heritage. Graduate students are drawn from a wide range on disciplines, but manual dexterity, a very basic knowledge of chemistry and an enthusiasm and desire to work with museum objects are essential. Course Structure Modules Conservation Theory Conservation Skills Artefact Studies Care of Collections Conservation Practice Professional Practice. Course Detail To find out more about the modules available to students studying at Durham University please click here ( Please note: Current modules are indicative. Information for future academic years may change, for example, due to developments in the relevant academic field, or in light of student feedback. Page 2

3 Admissions Process Subject requirements, level and grade Note there is a maximum of 10 places available on the course each year, due to size of the teaching laboratory. A good second class honours degree (typically 2:1 Honours) or international equivalent in any subject and a pass in mathematics (Grade C or above at GCSE level, or equivalent). Applicants without a degree will be required to demonstrate sufficient academic capability to satisfactorily complete this degree. Chemistry Requirements, one of the following: An 'AS' level in Chemistry or its equivalent A degree which included a significant science component, e.g. Biology or Material Science An A, B or C grade for Chemistry in a Scottish 'Higher' or similar high grade in the Irish 'Leaving Certificate' may also be acceptable Completed university level course units in Inorganic and Organic chemistry - this is particularly appropriate for students from North America Completed the 'Chemistry for Conservators' course. This is a correspondence course, which last approximately 6 months. Details of the course are available here ( All students need to be able to accurately distinguish between colours and safely handle objects, scalpels, and other conservation tools. s may be required to undertake tests to ascertain the levels of some of these skills if they are invited to visit. English Language requirements All students for whom English is not a first language must demonstrate ability to an appropriate standard, i.e. IELTS 7.0 or above with no component under 6.5 or equivalent scores. Details of alternative accepted tests and the requirements for your subject and level of study can be found here ( Reference requirements Two satisfactory academic references are required Application deadlines There is no specific deadline for applications to however please note there is a maximum of 10 places available on the course each year, due to size of the teaching laboratory. Applications for any given academic year must be received before the start of that academic year (i.e. applications for the academic year must be received before October 2018). Tuition fee deposit Page 3

4 All self-financing overseas students are required to pay a 1000 tuition fee deposit if an offer from the Department of Archaeology is accepted. The tuition fee deposit is paid before the University issues a Confirmation of Acceptance to Study (CAS) number, which is required in order to apply for a visa. 500 deposit is also payable by Home/EU applicants if an offer of a place from the Department of Archaeology is accepted. Please contact pgarch.admissions@durham.ac.uk for further information. How to apply English Language requirements Please check requirements for your subject and level of study ( How to apply Page 4

5 Fees and Funding Full Time Fees EU Home Island International non-eu 11, , , , Part Time Fees EU Home Island International non-eu 6, , , , Please note that the costs shown above apply to the first year of this course. Costs for the subsequent year(s) are charged at a lower rate. Year 2 Full Time Fees EU 4, Home 4, Island 4, International non-eu 8, Year 2 Part Time Fees Page 5

6 EU 6, Home 6, Island 6, International non-eu 14, Year 3 Part Time Fees EU 3, Home 3, Island 3, International non-eu 8, Note: Fees are subject to review and change in-line with inflation. Please also check costs for colleges and accommodation ( Scholarships and funding Page 6

7 Career Opportunities Department of Archaeology Many of our postgraduates move into an academic career, either teaching or by taking up post-doctoral research positions in universities. Others join museums or national and regional heritage organisations. Some work in professional archaeology, in national or local planning departments, while others elect to use their analytical and presentation skills to gain positions in industry, commerce and government. For further information on career options and employability, including the results of the Destination of Leavers survey, student and employer testimonials and details of work experience and study abroad opportunities, please visit our employability web pages ( Page 7

8 Open days and visits Pre-application open day Overseas Visit Schedule Postgraduate Visits PGVI or Page 8

9 Department Information Department of Archaeology Overview Our internationally recognised research expertise can provide you with some of the best resources available for archaeological research. We have one of only three commercial archaeology units in the UK based in a university department and you will have access to experts in fieldwork. Our taught Masters courses range from the general to the specific, allowing you to make a choice based on your individual interests and learning style. Many of our programmes have been designed with two pathways, professional or research, so you can adapt your degree to your career goals. Amongst the best in the field: our MA in Museum and Artefact Studies and MA in Conservation of Archaeological and Museum Objects programmes are particularly strong for professional or vocational development, while the MSc in Archaeological Science and all strands of the MA in Archaeology are ideal preparation for continuing your academic career. Our unique MSc in Palaeopathology is always an attractive option for students with either goal in mind, or we can accommodate you as a MRes, MPhil, or PhD student with your own specialised research topic. Ranking Ranked 2nd in the UK for grade point average (GPA) and 1st for research intensity in REF Website This document was downloaded on Tuesday, 24th July 2018 at 1:59pm from The information relating to this course was last updated on Thursday, 14th June 2018 at 9:26am Page 9