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UCLan - University of Central Lancashire
Department of Built Environment
Preston, Lancashire PR1 2HE
United Kingdom
Director: Dr A Platten (Head of Department of Built Environment)
Phone: +44 (0)1772 893210
Fax: +44 (0) 1772 892916
E-mail: built.env@uclan.ac.uk
Background, orientation and purpose
The University of Central Lancashire was established as a University in 1992. Previously a polytechnic,
and originally founded in the 19th century, UCLan values and practises equality of opportunity,
transparency and tolerance. The University works in partnership with business, the community and
other educators and encourages and promotes research innovation and creativity.
Programme(s) and qualification(s)
BA (Hons) Heritage Management.
Duration
3 years.
Content
The course has been designed with two aims in mind: to introduce students to the range of activities
within the heritage field, and to equip the student with the skills to enable him/her to pursue a
management career in the heritage field.
The deadline for applications is 2 February.
Special information
The University organises regular field trips.
Evaluation and assessment
Student performance is evaluated through examinations and papers.
Lecturers
The number of teaching personnel is 21, 4 of whom are female. The person responsible for the study
programme is Course Leader Keith Parsons.
Entry requirements
Secondary school certificate. Mature students are assessed on individual merit and work experience.
Student profile
Students are from the United Kingdom but it should be noted that applications are welcome from non-
UK nationals.
Number of students admitted
The current number of students is 14.
Course fee
UK students - £1075 p.a.
Grants or other financial support
None.
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