Master of Arts in Cultural Heritage Management
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The MA in Cultural Heritage Management is an interdisciplinary programme drawing on expertise across the university and beyond to provide a sound formation in the mediation of contemporary issues concerning cultural heritage resources, and practical skills that will help you become an effective leader in this field. The geographical focus of the course is the Mediterranean region, however the principles, concepts and approaches acquired will be global in scope and relevance. The programme of studies extends over a period of eighteen months of full-time studies spread over 3 semesters and a four-week summer placement. Lectures are held in daytime, normally spread over three days a week. The course is designed to permit students a degree of choice of courses, placements and dissertation topics, to tailor the course to your specific professional interests and sectors. The MA in Cultural Heritage Management is an interdisciplinary programme drawing on expertise across the university and beyond to provide a sound formation in the mediation of contemporary issues concerning cultural heritage resources, and practical skills that will help you become an effective leader in this field. The geographical focus of the course is the Mediterranean region, however the principles, concepts and approaches acquired will be global in scope and relevance. The programme of studies extends over a period of eighteen months of full-time studies spread over 3 semesters and a four-week summer placement. Lectures are held in daytime, normally spread over three days a week. The course is designed to permit students a degree of choice of courses, placements and dissertation topics, to tailor the course to your specific professional interests and sectors. The course structure requires you to follow 45 ECTS of compulsory taught study-units, and to choose a further 10 optional ECTS. The taught component is delivered over two semesters during the first academic year. Seminars and group discussions
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of this course, you will have the necessary qualification and competences to manage cultural heritage resources in a range of roles, ranging that of curator or manager of a cultural heritage asset, to professionally organizing and leading projects and initiatives that make cultural heritage more accessible to wider audiences, as well as providing advice and consultancy to stakeholders in cultural heritage. Successful completion of the MA programme may also serve as a useful springboard for further study in this area.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 In addition to the compulsory study-units, students are required to choose elective study-units to the value of 10 ECTS credits from those listed below or from study-units offered by other Faculties/Institutes/Departments, subject to approval by the Board of Studies. Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) BLH4005 Research Methods for Cultural Heritage 5 ECTS BLH5101 Conservation History and Ethics 5 ECTS BLH5201 Managing Cultural Heritage Resources 5 ECTS BLH5204 Contested Heritage: Conflict, Mediation, Culture and Community 5 ECTS Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of student registrations and time-table constraints) ACA5042 Education and Community Museums 5 ECTS ACA5068 Representation, Access and Difference 5 ECTS TTC5200 Managing the Visitor Experience 5 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) BLH4008 Graduate Work-in-Progress Seminars 5 ECTS BLH5008 Conservation Management 5 ECTS BLH5105 Issues in the Preservation and Management of Archaeological Sites and Landscapes 5 ECTS BLH5202 Heritage Interpretation 5 ECTS BLH5203 Collections Management 5 ECTS Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of student registrations and time-table constraints) TTC5101 Planning and Management of Tourism Activities 5 ECTS TTC5203 Intercultural Competencies for Management 5 ECTS TTC5300 Tourism Experience Strategy, Policy and Planning 5 ECTS Summer Period Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) BLH5205 Summer Work Placement 5 ECTS Requirement for regular progression to Year 2: 60 ECTS credits Year 2 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) BLH5206 Dissertation 30 ECTS Requirement for successful completion of Year 2: 30 ECTS credits Requirement for the award of Master of Arts in Cultural Heritage Management: 90 ECTS credits. This programm
Admission Requirements
Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications Notes and any other requirements The Course shall be open to applicants in possession of a Bachelor’s degree classified at least at Second Class Honours or Category II, in a discipline related to Archaeology, Conservation, Education, History, History of Art or in any other area deemed relevant by the Board. In exceptional cases the Admissions Board, on the recommendation of the Board, may admit into the Course applicants not in possession of a Bachelor’s degree, provided that it is satisfied that such applicants are in possession of other academic or professional qualifications and experience that together are deemed to be comparable to the qualifications listed above. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt , and our team will be more than happy to help. After you receive an offer from us, our International O
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
€10,800 (Non-EU)
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 2 years
- Credits 90
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