Overview

This Global Heritage Management course from Newcastle University covers key aspects of heritage interpretation, management and visitor engagement.You will develop an advanced awareness of the political, economic and social contexts affecting heritage organisations nationally and internationally that will prepare you to be a leader in the sector.You’ll learn how to care for tangible and intangible heritage in a responsible and inclusive way, now and in the future. We encourage a hands-on approach in all our teaching.

You’ll gain practical skills through case studies and placements, and enjoy a series of visiting speakers and visits to heritage sites.

Career opportunities

They'll equip you with the skills and knowledge needed for a career in the heritage sector. This course attracts graduates from across the globe and students are given the opportunity to build a portfolio of work that translates globally.

On successful completion of the course students can be employed in the following roles:

Heritage Officer

International Programme Assistant (Culture)

National Blue Plaques Scheme Historian

Assistant Inspector of Ancient Monuments

Digital Marketing Manager

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Museums, Galleries and Heritage in Society

Understanding Objects, Collections and Stories in Museums, Galleries & Heritage

Working with Collections, Communities and Archives in Museums

Heritage Lives, Media, Message, Form

Digital Communication for Cultural Institutions and Organisations

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There is no application closing date for this course. It is suggested international students apply at least two months before the course starts.

Language

English

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125

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

PGDip - 120 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Museum Studies View 300 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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125

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or an international equivalent, in any subject.They will also consider your application if you have:

non-standard qualifications

relevant professional experience in the museum, gallery and heritage sectors

If you have borderline or non-standard qualifications we may ask for more information. You may need to attend an interview either in person, via telephone or Skype.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

25900 GBP / year

≈ 25900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11400 GBP / year

≈ 11400 GBP / year

Additional Details

PGDip full-time:

UK: £7,600 / year

International: £17,250 / year

PGDip part-time:

UK: £3,800 / year

MA part-time:

UK: £5,700 / year

Living costs

Newcastle upon Tyne

United Kingdom

560 - 991 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Credits

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Disciplines

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