MA Archival Practice

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 76, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 18 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 59.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Plymouth offers various scholarships and financial support options to help students fund their studies. 

1. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to high-achieving students who demonstrate exceptional academic excellence and potential. The scholarships provide a partial tuition fee waiver for the duration of the program.
2. International Academic Excellence Scholarships: These scholarships are available for international students who have achieved outstanding academic results. The scholarships offer a partial tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
3. International Plymouth Global Scholarships: These scholarships are designed to attract high-caliber international students to the University of Plymouth. The scholarships provide a partial tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
4. Sport Scholarships: The university offers sport scholarships to talented athletes who have achieved a high level of sporting excellence. The scholarships provide support in the form of financial assistance, training, and access to sports facilities.
5. Subject-Specific Scholarships: Some academic departments at the University of Plymouth offer subject-specific scholarships for students enrolled in particular programs or disciplines. These scholarships may be based on academic merit, research potential, or other criteria determined by the department.

Graduates of the MA in Archival Practice from the University of Plymouth have excellent career prospects in the archival and information management sector.

1. Archivist: Graduates can work as archivists in archives, libraries, museums, or other cultural institutions. They are responsible for appraising, acquiring, organizing, and providing access to archival collections. They may specialize in specific subject areas, time periods, or formats of materials.

2. Digital Archivist: Graduates can specialize in digital archiving and work in organizations focused on managing born-digital and digitized materials. They may be responsible for preserving, organizing, and providing access to digital archival collections.

3. Records Manager: Graduates can work as records managers in government agencies, corporations, or non-profit organizations. They are responsible for the systematic management of records throughout their lifecycle, ensuring legal compliance and efficient information retrieval.

4. Information Manager: Graduates can work in information management roles, overseeing the organization, preservation, and accessibility of various types of information, including archival materials, records, and digital assets.

5. Collection Development Specialist: Graduates can work as collection development specialists, responsible for acquiring and building archival collections in archives, libraries, or special collections. They may collaborate with donors, negotiate acquisitions, and develop collection policies.

6. Digital Preservation Specialist: Graduates can specialize in digital preservation and work in organizations focused on long-term access and preservation of digital materials. They may develop preservation strategies, implement digital preservation systems, and ensure the integrity and authenticity of digital assets.

7. Outreach and Education Coordinator: Graduates can work in outreach and education roles within archives, promoting the use of archival materials, designing educational programs, and engaging with diverse user communities.

8. Researcher or Scholar: Graduates can pursue research or academic careers, conducting archival research and contributing to the field of archival studies. They may work in universities, research institutions, or cultural heritage organizations.

9. Conservation Technician: Graduates can work as conservation technicians, focusing on the preservation and conservation of physical archival materialssuch as documents, photographs, or audiovisual recordings. They may perform conservation treatments, conduct condition assessments, and implement preventive conservation measures.

10. Independent Consultant: Graduates can establish their own consultancy services, offering expertise in archival practice, collection management, or digital preservation to organizations, institutions, or private clients.