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This course builds on key conservation skills and concepts introduced in the first year, by applying the theory and practice of advanced book and paper conservation. The conservation treatments will focus on books, archival materials, and paper (e.g., books, manuscripts, archival materials, photographic material, parchment and works of art) as appropriate to chosen subject specialism. This is put in context by the concurrent sessions in the two courses Conservation in Practice: Book and Paper, and Deconstructing the Cultural Heritage Artefact.

Lecture: 1hr a week over 11 weeks as scheduled on MyCampus

Supervised studio time: 14 hrs a week over 11 weeks as scheduled on MyCampus

Project Supervision: 6 x 1 hour

A candidate will be permitted to progress to year 2 if they have obtained an average aggregation score of 12 (C3) or above in the taught courses with at least 75% of the credits at Grade D3 and all credits at Grade F or above. Satisfactory completion of the work placement at Grade D3 or above is required to progress to Year 2.

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Report (3500 words) - 50%

Viva (20 minutes) - 20%

Practical Work (continuous assessment) - 30%

This course aims to:

■ Provide the student with the opportunity to apply advanced interventive treatment skills used to preserve historic book and paper artefacts.

■ Introduce the student to the principles and science of advanced interventive conservation treatment approaches and techniques used to preserve historic book and paper textile artefacts.

■ Enable the student to apply observation skills, understanding of cultural and ethical contexts and advanced material science knowledge to formulate appropriate treatment strategies.

■ Develop professional and collaborative work practice to an advanced level.

■ Enhance professional skills to communicate effectively for professional practice.

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ Apply a range of advanced conservation techniques and employ good practical skills.

■ Critically analyse and evaluate book and paper artefacts to devise treatment proposals appropriate to an artefact's composition, condition and role.

■ Effectively deploy critical reflection and problem-solving skills to inform practice.

■ Employ good workroom practice and competently use a wide range of laboratory tasks in order to ensure efficient, safe and effective use of materials and resources.

■ Work collaboratively and professionally as part of a team to carry out conservation activities e.g. practical projects and using a shared workspace.

■ Communicate complex scenarios using appropriate terminology and in a professional manner with a range of specialist and general audiences orally and in writing.

Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course's summative assessment.