- Apply the skills and knowledge acquired to promote an interdisciplinary approach to heritage conservation
- Communicate findings and ideas clearly and concisely
- Critically compare international instruments for heritage protection and conservation
- Demonstrate an in depth understanding of theoretical and practical issues in identifying World Heritage
- Demonstrate critical awareness of the State Party’s obligations with regard to the implementation of the UNESCO World Heritage Convention
- Demonstrate research and scientific writing skills required in professional report writing
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.