Course General Description

Acquire specific heritage conservation skills in the assessment, interpretation, management, formulation of policy, and documentation of culturally significant places. You will be develop methods and practices of conservation, design and building new structures in old settings, and the history, theory, law and policy of this unique area. Heritage Conservation teaches you the techniques, approaches and methodologies required to work as a heritage consultant in policy development or regulation enforcement, or as a cultural historian and commentator.

School General Description

The University of Sydney was founded on the principle of giving everyone the opportunity to realise their potential through education and still holds that belief just as strongly today. Currently ranked 4th in the world, and 1st in Australia, for graduate employability*, the University of Sydney is also consistently placed among the top 50 universities in the world**. With a reimagined undergraduate curriculum, world-class facilities, inspirational academics and a vibrant campus life, it is a place where students can attain widely recognised and respected qualifications. The University offers Australia’s broadest range of disciplines and its research focuses on finding solutions to society’s biggest challenges. With more than 400 areas of study to choose from, students have the flexibility to follow their interests, broaden their skills, and enjoy internship and global exchange opportunities. Outside the classroom, students can make lifelong friends and connections, and enjoy unforgettable experiences, with more than 200 student-run clubs and societies bringing the campus to life. Our community – which covers the world – includes more than 50,000 students, 3400 academic staff, and 320,000 alumni.