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UNE unit code: ARPA520
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- Trimester 2 - On Campus
- Trimester 2 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
This unit introduces cultural heritage management in Australia. It explores core concepts, approaches, and key theoretical frameworks that underpin contemporary cultural heritage management, alongside relevant ethical, statutory, and international conventions.
Students will examine what cultural heritage is, with in depth focus on key issues in Indigenous, historic, maritime heritage in particular. It introduces common elements of cultural heritage management processes, the role of heritage professionals, and how their work informs broader decision-making at local, state, national, and international levels.
Through case studies, the unit highlights different forms of cultural heritage, the significance of stakeholder engagement, and common challenges in heritage projects. Balancing theoretical and practical learning, the unit develops both conceptual understanding and industry-relevant skills. It is suitable for students from diverse disciplines, archaeology, history, geography, planning and more.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 2 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 2 | Online |
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- describe and critically evaluate key methods, theories and principles underpinning cultural heritage management in Australia and internationally;
- demonstrate and transmit high level knowledge and understanding of the ethical, statutory and legislative contexts of cultural heritage management in Australia;
- identify, synthesise and reflect on concepts and theories around cultural significance and value, and how these are applied to a range of cultural heritage places in Australia;
- critically analyse the processes and outcomes of a cultural heritage management project, and reflect on the outcomes from the perspectives of major stakeholders; and
- demonstrate a capacity to produce high quality written work describing, analysing and critiquing issues and processes in cultural heritage management.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Mid-trimester quiz: multiple choice and short answer questions. No. Words: 1000 |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 40% | All offerings | Essay No. Words: 3000 |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | End-trimester quiz: multiple choice and short answer questions. No. Words: 1000 |
| Assessment 4 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Blog posts No. Words: 1000 |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
The Illustrated Burra Charter: Good Practice for Heritage Places
ISBN: 9780957852822
Marquis-Kyle, P., and M. Walker, ICOMOS Inc and the Australian Heritage Commission 2nd 2004
Text refers to: All offerings
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