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Professional Development Diploma - 1 year

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMA

Live projects
Advanced conservation projects which may include major reconstruction of missing or altered movements.

Work Placement
A six-week placement in a museum or a private workshop working alongside conservator-restorers, curators, or other professionals.

Exhibition of Practical Work
An important celebration and showcase of your research and professional practice.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Considerable experience in a relevant industry or successful completion of the West Dean College Diploma and the submission of a research project proposal and/or research project.