Taught course

Interpretation: Management and Practice

Institution
University of the Highlands and Islands · Arts, Humanities and Business
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

  • An honours degree or above, a postgraduate diploma or a professional qualification
  • Applicants who have an ordinary undergraduate degree, relevant work experience and/or vocational qualifications may also apply

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

If you are enthusiastic about creating unforgettable visitor experiences that help people engage with heritage and learn in creative ways, then this innovative postgraduate course is for you.

Interpretation encompasses a variety of activities, from guided walks to multi-million-pound exhibitions, which help to explain the significance of places and resources in a meaningful way. It provides value to communities and organisations through the creation of successful visitor experiences that encourage appreciation of the resource and economic benefit.

A team of highly experienced tourism and heritage professionals and academics deliver this online Masters course, supported by experts engaged in exciting heritage and environmental projects around the world. Through a number of employer-informed modules and engagement with real-life projects, you will gain the knowledge and skills required to become an inspiring and effective interpretation professional.

Special features

  • A unique industry-informed masters course in interpretation, heritage and tourism
  • Taught by highly experienced professionals and academics
  • You will learn how to plan, manage and deliver interpretation and communication projects and apply your newly acquired skills to your areas of expertise and interest
  • The course is delivered online through the university’s virtual learning environment (VLE), so you can study wherever you are in the world
  • You can study full-time or part-time enabling you to fit your studies around your personal and professional commitments
  • You can work towards the PgCert, PgDip or full masters degree, or study individual modules for continuing professional development (CPD)

Information for international students

If you would like to study in a country of outstanding natural beauty, friendly communities, and cities buzzing with social life and activities, the Highlands and Islands of Scotland should be your first choice. We have campuses across the region each one with its own special characteristics from the rich cultural life of the islands to the bright city lights of Perth and Inverness. Some courses are available in one location only, for others you will have a choice; we also have courses that can be studied online from your own home country.

English Language Requirements

Our programmes are taught and examined in English. To make the most of your studies, you must be able to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken and written English and provide certified proof of your competence before starting your course. Please note that English language tests need to have been taken no more than two years prior to the start date of the course. The standard English Language criteria to study at the University of the Highlands and Islands are detailed on our English language requirements page

Fees and funding

For information, please view our Fees/Funding tab: MSc Interpretation: Management and Practice (uhi.ac.uk)

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    full time
    18 months
    • Online learningis available for this qualification
    part time
    36-72 months
    • Online learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

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Enquiries
Email
courses@uhi.ac.uk
Phone
01463 279190