Overview

It will provide you with the knowledge base, skills and confidence to address World Heritage issues and to advance your career in this field.

The Graduate Certificate (1-year, 30 credits) will give you a competitive advantage as a heritage professional working on projects relating to World Heritage properties and heritage conservation in general.

These courses in World Heritage Conservation from the University College Dublin are accessible to people from around the world, providing a flexible learning environment for professionals, decision makers, NGOs and other interested parties working in areas related to the nomination, monitoring and conservation of World Heritage properties. Distance learning makes the world your classroom!

Career

Career opportunities include advancement in international conservation for managerial and policy positions in government, agencies, private practices and NGOs. The qualifications will contribute to career development for heritage custodians and stewards, ranging from national heritage and conservation officers to international conservation agencies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

This course will present you the science that underpins the practice of heritage protection.

Through independent learning, project work and discussion forums you will receive a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide you with knowledge and understanding of world heritage conservation and its relevance for sustainable development.

Topics will include the World Heritage Convention and international strategies for conservation, cultural heritage and biodiversity, endangered heritage and sustainable development as well as an exploration of management plans and best practice case studies for the diploma students.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00

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More details

Applications are assessed on a rolling basis and courses will close once they are filled.

Language

English

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90

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140

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Museum Studies View 29 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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OTE

140

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are normally expected to have a minimum of a lower second class honours degree or the international equivalent. However, in special circumstances, relevant work experience may be taken into account.
Applicants with diverse academic backgrounds including Archaeology, Architecture, Geography, Biology, Arts, Agriculture, Engineering and Economics will be considered.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.

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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

Applies to you

Non-residents

15070 EUR / year

≈ 15070 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

8610 EUR / year

≈ 8610 EUR / year

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / 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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