Conservation of Cultural Heritage

About this programme

If you're fascinated by history, art, heritage, and want a practical career protecting the objects that tell our stories, BA (Hons) Conservation of Cultural Heritage at the University of Lincoln offers the chance to develop specialist conservation skills through hands-on experience. Blending art, history, science, and craft, the course explores how historic objects can be preserved for future generations. You'll work with genuine heritage materials in dedicated conservation studios, building expertise in conservation treatment, collections care, scientific investigation, and digital heritage techniques while preparing for careers across the museum and heritage sectors. Lincoln is bursting with history, making the city a wonderful place to study conservation. The city is full of old buildings, such as the cathedral, which would inspire any trainee conservator. Every staff member on the Conservation team has a vast array of skills, knowledge, and experience. Gain hands-on conservation experience from day one Work directly with genuine historic artefacts and collections, developing practical skills in professional conservation environments throughout your degree. Study in purpose-built specialist facilities Learn in high-specification conservation laboratories within the University's Peter de Wint Building, equipped for the treatment, analysis, and preservation of cultural heritage materials. Develop a unique blend of scientific and creative expertise Explore conservation techniques, materials science, historical research, preventive conservation, collections management,