MSc Care of Collections in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff University

Our MSc Care of Collections program is thoughtfully crafted for those entering the heritage profession, blending artistic and scientific approaches to prepare you for this fulfilling career path.

Learn from globally recognized, accredited experts as you master essential heritage skills. The curriculum covers organizational analysis, change management strategies, and effective influence techniques. Partnered with a UK heritage institution, you'll gain hands-on experience in collection operations, applying your project design and report writing skills to practical scenarios.

Coursework and evaluations will help you identify factors affecting cultural heritage preservation and implement sustainable solutions in real-world settings.

While passion for the subject is expected, our internationally renowned introductory program requires no advanced scientific background, welcoming students from both humanities and science disciplines.
Career opportunities - Alumni from this and related programs have pursued diverse paths including academia, heritage institutions, journalism, law, media research, education, and publishing. Many continue to doctoral studies. Graduates have secured positions at CADW, Church in Wales, Council for British Archaeology, Glamorgan Archives, Heritage Lottery Fund, National Trust, Tate Gallery, Welsh Government, and universities worldwide.