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Conservation of Ceramics (and Related Materials), MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Graduate Diploma, West Dean College

the United Kingdom

West Dean College

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About Conservation of Ceramics (and Related Materials), MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Graduate Diploma - at West Dean College

Within a bright and welcoming workshop students develop the holistic skills necessary

to become professional conservators. Theory and practice are integrated, ensuring students

develop critical awareness of conservation issues plus a rich understanding of this

specialist discipline within conservation.

A broad range of objects is provided from public and private collections, and students enjoy working with other departments on joint projects. A variety of contexts is explored; from archaeological finds to decorative arts objects from a range of cultures and stylistic periods. Conservation options and strategies and a full range of materials and techniques are considered. You will benefit from the input of visiting expert lecturers, external visits and can engage in outreach events and client liaison to support the development of business and communication skills.

Each student has their own workbench, access to a well-equipped analytical lab and a pottery for weekly

evening sessions on new-making. Students have undertaken work placements in prestigious institutions such as The British Museum, The V&A, The Ashmolean Museum, The Metropolitan Museum, Cliveden Conservation, and Plowden and Smith Ltd. Graduates have an excellent employment record.

Entry requirements

GRADUATE DIPLOMA

1 ACADEMIC YEAR

(University of Sussex award)

 

To join the programme you will need a degree or qualification at equivalent level to a second year of undergraduate study e.g. HND, DipHE and significant interest in conservation and ceramics.

English language: CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) level B2 or IELTS 6.5 or above.

 

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA /MA

CONSERVATION STUDIES

1 CALENDAR YEAR

(University of Sussex award)

 

To join the PGDip/MA programme you will need to have a good first degree in Conservation or a closely related field; or have completed a Graduate Diploma in a closely related subject (see above); or demonstrate an equivalent proficiency in basic conservation science, academic skills (research, writing and critical analysis) and practical hand skills, including manual sensitivity and dexterity.

 

Progression to the MA is subject to the successful completion of the first semester and the identification of an appropriate MA project. Students may choose to exit the programme at the Postgraduate Diploma stage.

English language: CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) Level B2 or IELTS 6.5 or above.

 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMA

1 ACADEMIC YEAR

(West Dean College award)

By mutual agreement of a project proposal and/or research project.

This programme is supported by BADA.

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