Program Overview

Master of Arts in Heritage Interpretation

Programme Details

MQF Level

7

Study Mode

Online

ECTS

90

Duration

5 Semesters + Practicum

Programme Learning Outcomes

• Devise innovative strategies for Heritage Interpretation which may be applied to different contexts, particularly those related to tourism and education.
• Initiate research and be self-driven to propose new studies in HI which will contribute toward local and international Heritage and Tourism sectors.
• Critically assess the stakeholders/audience/clients which will be benefitting from an adequate HI product while establishing methods of research to carry out audience segmentation in order to provide the best HI experience to a wide variety of clients.
• Comprehensively deal with ICT professionals when developing HI technology and critically assess the full cycle of planning, implementation and review of such technology.
• Critically review current methods of HI which are already present in Heritage and Tourism attractions.

Entry Criteria

• A relevant MQF/EQF Level 6 (180 ECTS) degree at second class or better
• An MQF/EQF Level 6 degree plus a portfolio evidencing relevant work experience for at least 3 years
• A full qualification at MQF/EQF Level 5 with 120 ECTS, AND a portfolio evidencing appropriate writing and analytical skills to ensure that the prospective candidate can fully and meaningfully participate in the course, and work experience at professional and/or executive level for at least 5 years.
• Applicants must also provide proof of their English proficiency at C1 level
• Minimum age required: 16 years.

Possible Career Opportunities

• Heritage Management and Curatorship
• Docent
• Historical Interpretation Consultant
• Visitor Experience Executive/Consultant
• Exhibitions Manager
• Museums Collections Officer
• Multimedia Producer

Course Dates

Next intake will commence course on the 29th of September 2025.

Course Modules

• MSTR7015 Principles of Heritage Interpretation
• MSTR7016 The Use of Digital Technologies in Heritage Interpretation
• MSTR7017 Fundamentals of Nature Interpretation
• MSTR7018 Advocating Heritage Interpretation
• MSTR7021 Heritage Interpretation as an Informal Learning Resource
• MSTR7028 Research Methods in Heritage Interpretation
• MSTR7020 Heritage and Sustainable Tourism Development
• MSTR7023 Interpretation of the Historical Environment
• MSTR7024 Interpretative Strategies
• MSTR7022 Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Heritage Interpretation
• MST7025 Interpreting Conflict and its Impact on Society
• MST7027 Media and Design as Methods of Heritage Interpretation
• MSTR7029 Visitors study and Audience Segmentation Techniques
• MST7026 Local Placement
• MSTR7019 Dissertation in Heritage Interpretation

Fees

All prices are equivalent to a semester of studies. Local and International Internships are exempted from fees.

This course is eligible for the Get Qualified scheme, whereby one can get up to 70% tax rebate of the course fee. For more information on this scheme, please contact Get Qualified. The scheme is subject to the T&Cs of the managing authority/body.