This MA provides an interesting and wide-ranging introduction to the complex and changing position of the country house in its local, regional and national environment.

The architectural development of the country house and its artistic contents will be studied, as will its place within literature. The economic and political importance of the house and its impact on the landscape as well as the technologies employed to design, build and run it, will all be considered, which will introduce students to multi- and interdisciplinary postgraduate study.

The MA has two core components. The first is a team-taught introduction to the subject of the country house; the second is a team taught module focusing on Historical Research Methods which concentrates on building your Research Skills. The optional modules offer students a variety of interesting choices. For more information see our course structure.

The course will be of general interest to those working, or intending to work, in the Heritage Industry, Museums, Auction Houses, or in Tourism. It will also be ideally suited to graduates in subjects such as History of Art and Architecture, Social and Economic History, or English Literature, and those who intend to undertake M.Phil. or Ph.D. research on some aspect of the country house.

Course Tutors

Dr Nigel Aston                                     Dr Julian North
Dr Denise McHugh                               Professor Aubrey Newman
Professor Martin Stannard                  Professor Roey Sweet
Professor James Chapman                 Dr Susan Gordon 

Entry Requirements

A good first degree - normally 2:1 or equivalent - in any academic discipline.

Those without a Degree

Applications from those without a degree qualification, but possessing experience in related fields, particularly in some aspect of the 'Heritage Industry' are welcomed. The Course Director and Admissions Tutor will usually require a qualifying essay, to ensure that the candidate can confidently work at postgraduate level. Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the University's requirements in their International English Language Testing System (or equivalent) score.

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Fees and Funding

Details of fees and funding can be found on the graduate school website.