- 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.
- UCD World Heritage
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre
- IUCN World Heritage Programme
- ICOMOS World Heritage
- ICCROM
This programme will introduce you to the science that underpins the practice of heritage protection. You will receive a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide you with knowledge and understanding of a range of topics.