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Historic Preservation
Program Coordinator: Dr. Stacey Yap, e-mail: staceyy@plymouth.edu
Professor of Anthropology & Sociology, B.S. Northeastern University, M.A., Ph.D. Boston University
The non-degree certificate/concentration consists of four three-credit courses for a total of 12 credits. It can be pursued as a post-baccalaureate certificate, or as an academic concentration for those who are currently enrolled in masters' programs. It is also available to students who already have a master's degree.
Program Objectives
- To develop fundamental understanding of historic preservation issues and opportunities that promote the protection of historic and cultural resources
- To provide individuals with strong organizational, practical & administrative skills useful for careers in historic preservation, heritage tourism and/or heritage resource management
- To build skills in stewardship and leadership for individuals working in community preservation organizations and/or government agencies and commissions
M.Ed. in Heritage Studies, Historic Preservation Concentration
Required Courses
Master's Core Component
ED 5005 Social Psychology and Mythology Across Cultures - 3 credits
ED 5010 Philosophy, Ethics and Education - 3 credits
ED 5030 Research Design - 3 credits
Required Courses
HPR 5100 Principles of Historic Preservation – 3 credits
- OR -
HS 5100 Heritage Studies Foundations - 3 credits
HPR 5200 The Rural Cultural Environment: Architecture and Landscape - 3 credits
- OR -
HI 5330 NH and New England Historical Sites - 4 credits
Historic Preservation Component
HPR 5300 Historical Preservation Methods and Documentation - 3 credits
HPR 5400 Preservation Planning & Management - 3 credits
HPR 5500 Cultural Property Law - 3 credits
HPR 5600 Archaeological Methods - 3 credits
Approved Electives - 3-9 credits
Capstone Experience
HS 5710 Internship in Heritage Studies - 1-4 credits
Total for M.Ed. in Heritage Studies, Historic Preservation Concentration - 33 credits
Certificate in Historic Preservation
Required Courses
Required Courses
HPR 5100 Principles of Historic Preservation – 3 credits
- OR -
HS 5100 Heritage Studies Foundations - 3 credits
HPR 5200 The Rural Cultural Environment: Architecture and Landscape - 3 credits
- OR -
HI 5330 NH and New England Historical Sites - 4 credits
Elective Component (choose two)
HPR 5300 Historical Preservation Methods and Documentation - 3 credits
HPR 5400 Preservation Planning & Management - 3 credits
HPR 5500 Cultural Property Law - 3 credits
HPR 5600 Archaeological Methods - 3 credits
Total for Historic Preservation Certification - 12 credits minimum
