Cultural Materials Conservation Science (CUMC90033)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Students gain an understanding of the science of cultural heritage materials and of products. The subject examines the relationship between conservation, chemical structure, properties, solvents, adhesives, consolidants, paints; and their interaction with cultural heritage objects.

During the pre-teaching period students are expected to complete the course readings, review the lectures and any other course preparation as outlined on the LMS. The LMS will become available at the commencement of the pre-teaching dates.

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of this subject students should:



  • comprehend the relationship between science and cultural heritage conservation;
  • have an understanding of the chemical structure of cultural heritage items; and
  • have an awareness of the interaction of chemicals with cultural heritage items.

Last updated: 3 November 2022