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ARCH9028: The Cultural Value of Places
2027 unit information
In this unit you will develop professional level skills in the methods and practices of conservation management, applying theoretical knowledge to practical, on site projects. The central aim of the unit is to give students hands on experience preparing a Conservation Management Plan (CMP) for a culturally significant place owned or managed by a real world client. The unit focuses on historic buildings, sites, and cultural landscapes. You will learn how to assess heritage significance; identify, describe, and analyse the physical and cultural elements of a place; interpret historic fabric; undertake historical and archival research; and conduct material and stylistic analysis. These skills are brought together through the development of conservation policies that guide the future care and management of heritage places. Teaching is supported by guest speakers from government and industry, who provide insight into current challenges, statutory requirements, and accepted professional practice. By the end of the unit, students will demonstrate a clear understanding of the Australia ICOMOS Burra Charter and the ability to prepare a Conservation Management Plan in accordance with contemporary professional standards.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Urban and Regional Planning and Policy |
| Credit points | 12 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Apply professional conservation management methods to the assessment, documentation, and management of culturally significant buildings, sites, and cultural landscapes. (Aligns with CLO1, CLO5; Graduate Qualities: GQ1 Depth of Disciplinary Expertise, GQ7 Interdisciplinary Effectiveness)
- LO2. Undertake heritage significance assessments in accordance with accepted citeria to inform conservation decision‑making. (Aligns with CLO1, CLO4; Graduate Qualities: GQ1 Depth of Disciplinary Expertise, GQ2 Critical Thinking)
- LO3. Conduct historical, archival, and fabric-based research, including material and stylistic analysis, to support evidence‑based conservation management. (Aligns with CLO4, CLO5; Graduate Qualities: GQ4 Information and Digital Literacy, GQ1 Depth of Disciplinary Expertise)
- LO4. Develop conservation policies and management strategies that respond to significance, condition, use, and change, and meet accepted professional standards. (Aligns with CLO5, CLO6; Graduate Qualities: GQ2 Critical Thinking, GQ8 Integrated Professional and Ethical Identity)
- LO5. Apply the principles of the Australia ICOMOS Burra Charter critically and appropriately in the preparation of a Conservation Management Plan for a real‑world client. (Aligns with CLO1, CLO2, CLO7; Graduate Qualities: GQ1 Depth of Disciplinary Expertise, GQ8 Ethical Identity)
- LO6. Work professionally with government, industry, client stakeholders, and team mates demonstrating ethical judgement, reflective practice, and awareness of contemporary conservation challenges. (Aligns with CLO7; Graduate Qualities: GQ8 Integrated Professional and Ethical Identity, GQ9 Influence)
- LO7. Communicate conservation analysis and recommendations clearly and professionally through the preparation of a Conservation Management Plan and supporting documentation. (Aligns with CLO4, CLO7; Graduate Qualities: GQ3 Communication, GQ9 Influence)
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Semester 2 2027
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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