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Master of Cultural Materials Conservation (MC-CULMC) // Attributes, outcomes and skills
About this course
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Course Coordinator
Dr Paula Dredge
Email: paula.dredge@unimelb.edu.au
Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences
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Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the Master of Cultural Material Conservation, graduates should be able to:
- Demonstrate a comprehensive mastery of the principles, methodologies, and best practices in cultural material conservation
- Analyse and articulate the relationship between cultural materials and the economic, social, and cultural well-being of individuals, communities, and nations
- Engage in, contribute to, and influence national and international debates, protocols, and conventions pertinent to the field of cultural material conservation
- Act as informed advocates for cultural material conservation, demonstrating the capacity to take on leadership roles within the sector and effectively engage in critical policy discussions
- Demonstrate respect for cultural diversity and community sensitivities, and critically interpret and apply the changing social contexts to the scientific and historical paradigms within the cultural heritage realm
- Demonstrate competence in defining a research question, and in devising and managing an appropriate research path
Generic skills
The Masters in Cultural Materials Conservation Graduates incorporates evidence based teaching, problem based learning, collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches to cultural materials conservation methodologies and methods.
On completion of the Master of Cultural Material Conservation, graduates should be able to:
- Collaborate effectively within diverse and interdisciplinary teams, fostering open and productive communication
- Utilise research knowledge to inform and enhance practical skills applicable in various professional contexts
- Exercise independent thought, critical inquiry, and problem-solving skills to navigate complex scenarios
- Articulate theoretical concepts, form judgements, construct arguments, and demonstrate a critical and creative understanding of theory
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development, and show preparedness for leadership roles.
Graduate attributes
Graduates of the Master of Cultural Materials Conservation should have acquired the following attributes:
Academic distinction
- In-depth knowledge of specialist discipline
- Skills in examining issues from an interdisciplinary perspective
- Critical and reflective thinkers
- Effective oral and written communicators.
Active citizenship
- Engaged with local, national, global issues and appreciation of community, regional and Asian perspectives
- Developed a high regard for self-determination and social inclusion, ethics and the sustainable environment
- Awareness of social and cultural diversity in communities and can work collaboratively with people from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds
- In particular graduates will have an understanding of and deep respect for Indigenous knowledge, culture and values.
Integrity and self-awareness
- Motivated, self-directed and well organized with ability to set goals and manage time and priorities
- Be able to work effectively both independently and in groups
- Self-aware and reflective with skills in self-assessment
- Place great importance on personal and professional integrity.
Last updated: 5 December 2024