- Apply the skills and knowledge acquired to promote an interdisciplinary approach to heritage conservation
- Communicate findings and ideas clearly and effectively
- Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the theoretical background that underpins world cultural and natural heritage conservation.
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the implementation of the UNESCO World Heritage Convention and other international Conventions and legislation associated with world cultural and natural heritage conservation.
- Establish a management plan framework and apply management plan methodology to World Heritage properties, with applicability to other sites
- Formulate and communicate research questions related to heritage management and conservation issues
- Locate, synthesise and critically review scientific information from a wide range of sources and write professional, well-reasoned reports
On successful completion of the programme students will be able to:
- Demonstrate in-depth understanding of the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, its implementation including the processes of inscription and monitoring of World Heritage properties;
- Identify and analyse the role of key actors and instruments in global heritage conservation;
- Understand theory and practice of conserving natural heritage, i.e. species, ecosystems and biodiversity, and cultural heritage, i.e. monuments, sites and landscapes.
Building on knowledge gained in the first year, completion of the 2-year Graduate Diploma will provide students with practical skills and a more specialised understanding of the application of the Convention. For example, on successful completion of stage 2, students will be able to establish a management plan framework and apply management plan methodology to cultural and natural sites.