PROBABILITY THEORY|RANDOM VARIABLES|STOCHASTIC PROCESSES|RANDOM FUNCTIONS

Aims:

A systematic introduction to probability theory and stochastic processes as well as some of their applications, with worked-out exercises and without...

Probability Theory and Stochastic Processes (COMP0045)

TRANSFERABLE SKILLS|CRITICAL THINKING|EVALUATING DATA|CAREER IN SCIENCE|RESEARCH BIAS|SCIENCE W

This module will give you an excellent grounding in critical thinking, scientific writing and the communication of research to specialist and non-specialist...

Critical Thinking and Science Communication (CHLD0007)

This module examines the historical, political, cultural and professional aspects of conservation, and elucidates the role of conservation in archaeology and...

Conservation in Cross-Disciplinary Contexts (ARCL0112)

This module examines the historical, political, cultural and professional aspects of conservation, and elucidates the role of conservation in archaeology and museums.

Aims of the module

This module examines the nature and history of conservation, and discusses practical, professional and ethical issues. It focuses on the role of conservation in related disciplines, and on political, cultural and institutional contexts and their effects on conservation practice.

The module is linked to Investigating and Understanding Objects (ARCL0113) , and both are compulsory Core Modules for the MA in Principles of Conservation

Objectives

At the end of the course, you should:

understand the history and development of conservation, and the role it plays in the study and appreciation of the cultural heritage
	be familiar with the ethical principles which normally govern conservation processes
	understand the effects of context and specialism on the approach to conservation
	be aware of current developments in the conservation profession, including accreditation
	be familiar with different modes of communicating conservation to fellow professionals and to the public
	be able to discuss and present current conservation issues
Teaching Methods

The course is taught through weekly two-hour lectures and smaller group tutorials.

 

Further information is available here https://www.ucl.ac.uk/archaeology/study/graduate-taught/courses/conservation-cross-disciplinary-contexts