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Collections of diverse objects such as books, coins, vintage cars, boats and farm machinery provide a link with our past. The preservation of such collections is an important part our Museums and Archive work.
Training
A programme of training in all aspects of museum work forms an integral part of the Museum Standards Programme. It is only through a considered strategy of training and continuous professional development (CPD) that Irish museums will fulfil their potential to be at the heart of the social and cultural life of increasingly diverse communities.
Throughout the accreditation period all participants are encouraged to attend workshops on topics as diverse as Strategic Planning, Writing a Collection Policy, and Disaster Planning among others. These workshops are open to all museum staff whether engaged with the programme or not (although for logistical reasons if it is necessary to restrict numbers preference may be given to programme participants).
Accreditation is a phased process and when a museum meets Full Accreditation applicants will be expected to have undertaken training in all relevant matters relating to collections care, where required.
University of Ulster - Post Graduate Diploma in Museum Practice and Management
Significantly the Museums Standards Programme is complemented by a post-graduate training programme currently offered by the University of Ulster (on-line) and developed in partnership with the Heritage Council. This programme responds to the demand for increased training and research opportunities relating to museum practice and management. It relates the needs of Irish museums to best practice in the United Kingdom and internationally. For further information on the University of Ulster consult: http://campusone.ulster.ac.uk/.
Click here to download further information on the Postgraduate Diploma/MA in Museum Practice and Management Part 1 [PDF 100K]
MA in Arts & Heritage Management Waterford Institute of Technology 2009/10
Waterford Institute of Technology is currently offering an MA in Arts & Heritage Management the aim of which is to address specific and identified needs within the arts and heritage industry for management training in the area of cultural administration, and to provide those who take part with the necessary skills for effective cultural leadership and management. The programme incorporates modules specifically dedicated to the practical management of arts and heritage, financial and event management, employment & legislative studies, public relations and cultural tourism and public policy studies. The programme also involves a work placement opportunity to combine practical skill and experience with a theoretical and critical perspective on managing organisations and events in the cultural/heritage sector.
The programme can be studied both full and part-time and is suited to practitioners of the arts and heritage sectors, arts and business graduates. The deadline for applications for the MA in Arts and Heritage Management at Waterford Institute of Technology is Friday 29th May. Subject to availability of places applications will be considered after the closing date.
Information & application forms available at: http://www2.wit.ie/StudyatWIT/PostgraduateStudy/TaughtPostgraduateCourses/Courses/MAinArtsHeritageManagement/
Academic enquiries: ukealy@wit.ie
Training Bursaries
The Heritage Council will consider the provision of bursaries for UU on-line course to support the raising of standards across the Irish Museum sector. In keeping, with its standard practice, the Heritage Council will fund no more than 75% of any one module or three out of four modules
Please note: Applicants must complete a bursary application form and submit it to the Heritage Council in advance of commencement of each module to (re)confirm eligibility and availability of a bursary towards the cost of the module. The form must be signed by the applicant's Director/Manager.
For further information please contact Lesley-Ann Hayden, MSPI Coordinator lahayden@heritagecouncil.ie
Click here to download the MSPI Bursary Application Process and Form 2010-11 [PDF 830K]
- Isobel Bennett of Musaem Chorca Dhuibhne and Dr Elizabeth Crooke of the University of Ulster and the recent graduation ceremony at the University of Ulster (Summer 2008).
HERITAGE IN YOUR AREA
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MUSEUMS & ARCHIVE EVENTS
Heritage as an Engine of Economic Growth - Galway Agenda Announced
The agenda for the inaugural workshop of this series is now available. The workshop will take place on Saturday, 3rd March 2012 at NUI, Galway.
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MUSEUMS & ARCHIVE PUBLICATIONS
A Policy Framework for the Irish Museum Sector
The Heritage Council is currently developing a Standards and Accreditation Scheme for the Irish museum sector. The aim of this scheme is to assess quality assurance in our collecting institutions. Run by the Museums and Archives...