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M.Ed. in Heritage Studies
M.Ed. in Heritage Studies

Historic Preservation Graduate Certificate

Program Coordinator: Dr. Stacey Yap, e-mail: medheritage@plymouth.edu
Professor of Anthropology & Sociology, BS Northeastern University, MA, PhD Boston University

The non-degree certificate 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

Program of Study

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 Certificate - 12 credits










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