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Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage and Public History)
The Master of Arts in Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage and Public History) at the University of Southampton focuses on the intersection of public history and cultural heritage. This one-year, full-time program covers areas such as historical interpretation, public engagement with history, and heritage site management.
On-campus learning includes field trips, archival research, and collaboration with public history institutions, ensuring students are equipped to work in museums, heritage sites, and cultural policy-making. Graduates are prepared for careers in heritage education, public history, and cultural resource management, contributing to the preservation and interpretation of history for the public.
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage and Public History)
- Degree Type: Master of Arts
- Duration: 1 year
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 03 July 2026
- Location: University of Southampton, United Kingdom
- Field of Study: Area & Cultural Studies
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of Cultural Heritage and Public History
- Introduction to Cultural Heritage Studies and Public History
- Theory and Practice of Heritage Management
- History and Memory: Approaches to Public History
- Methods and Ethics in Public History and Heritage Interpretation
Semester 2 – Advanced Heritage and Public History Applications
- Cultural Heritage Policy and Law
- Digital Heritage and Technology in Public History
- Museum Curation, Exhibitions, and Visitor Engagement
- Research Project / Applied Heritage and Public History
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program can pursue careers in heritage management, public history, and cultural preservation. Common roles include heritage consultant, public historian, museum curator, and cultural heritage educator. Graduates can work in museums, historical societies, governmental cultural agencies, NGOs, and educational institutions, focusing on heritage preservation, public education, and cultural tourism. Opportunities also exist in media production, heritage consultancy, and heritage tourism, where public history expertise plays a key role in creating accessible, meaningful narratives for diverse audiences.
Why Choose This Program
Offers a specialized focus within cultural heritage studies, focusing on heritage and public history. The program covers key topics such as public engagement with history, historical interpretation, and archival management. Students will gain practical experience through internships, fieldwork, and community-based projects, learning how to engage the public with historical heritage. The Universitys emphasis on public history ensures that students are exposed to the latest practices in historical research and public engagement. Graduates are ready for careers in public history, archives, and heritage conservation.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +44 (0)23 8059 5000
Email: admissions@soton.ac.uk
Address: University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom
