UGEC2942 Museum and Heritage
Course Description
This course reviews the historical development of concepts and theories related to museums and cultural heritage. It introduces diversified definitions of museums and heritage in the contemporary. Through selected case studies and field trips, it demonstrates the operations of museums and heritage sites; and analyses their social roles in modern society. It aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals #11 ‘Sustainable Cities and Communities, which emphasises making more inclusive and sustainable cities and communities. It also reviews the historical evolution of international conventions related to museums and heritage outlines how global and regional cooperation, such as the development of UNESCO World Heritage, is vital for sustainable heritage conservation and management. It directly responds to the UN Sustainable Development Goals #17, ‘Revitalise the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development which suggests that successful global development requires inclusive and international partnerships.
Learning Outcome
- Students should understand core concepts and theories related to museums and heritage in the contemporary world.
- Students should learn about the historical evolution of social and cultural roles of museums and heritage, especially in the social context of the East Asian region. They shall further develop their capacity to review the social functions of museums and heritage in the rapidly changing contemporary society. It shall help students pinpoint the core values of the UN Sustainable Development Goals #11 'Sustainable Cities and Communities, which emphasises making more inclusive and sustainable cities and communities.
- Students shall be able to outline the importance of international and regional cooperation on issues related to heritage conservation, such as the establishment of UNESCO and the Modus Operandi of the UNESCO World Heritage. It allows students to recognise the importance of global solidarity in achieving a successful and sustainable international development emphasised by the UN Sustainable Development Goals #17, 'Revitalise the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development.
Credits
2 -credits
Sustainable Development Goals
