Admissions Open for Diploma Courses in Heritage Site Management and Scientific Conservation or Underwater Archaeology at Deccan College - 2025
- Inarch Center
- Jun 21
- 3 min read
Deccan College, Post Graduate and Research Institute invites applications for diploma courses in
Heritage Site Management and Scientific Conservation
Underwater Archaeology.
About Deccan College
Deccan College Post-Graduate and Research Institute, located in Pune, is one of India’s premier institutions for higher education in archaeology and ancient history. Established in 1821, it has played a vital role in the development of archaeological research in the country. It has produced some of India’s leading archaeologists and scholars, contributing significantly to the understanding of the subcontinent's ancient past. The department’s commitment to interdisciplinary research and preservation of heritage makes it a cornerstone of archaeological education in India. To keep up with the trends and developments in the field, Deccan College announces 1 year Diploma courses in the following:
DIPLOMA IN HERITAGE SITE MANAGEMENT AND SCIENTIFIC CONSERVATION
Important Information
Course Type | Diploma |
Last date for Application | 31 July 2025 |
Registration fee | Rs. 500 |
Duration of course | 1 year |
Course fee | Rs. 25,000 |
Class Schedule | Saturday and Sunday |
Syllabus: The course curriculum includes the following papers- Introduction to Heritage; History, Theory and Concepts of Conservation; Heritage Legislation and Policy; Cultural Heritage Management; Natural Heritage management; Documentation and Condition Assessment; Art and Material Conservation: hands-on practical session; Community Archaeology and Sustainability, Research Methodology in Conservation and additionally, a Dissertation.
The detailed syllabus can be found on the website.
Objective: A course on conservation aims to train one for
Reading of monument or site and identify its emotional and cultural significance
Understand history and technology of the heritage structures in or to define their identify, plan for their conservation.
Understand the setting of the heritage structures and their contents and surrounding in relation to other buildings, gardens and landscape.
Find and absorb all available sources of information relevant to the historical structure.
Understand and analyses the behaviour of the monument in the complex system.
Diagnose intrinsic and extrinsic causes of decay for appropriate action.
Inspect and make reports to non-specialists readings of the monument.
Through this course, the institution aims to provide Sound theoretical knowledge and practical experience in conservation and qualified teachers/experts; Library and documentation center providing computerized information reference collection, facilities for co- ordinate research and access to enterprise international network; Practical training in dealing with archaeological objects of varied nature and fully equipped facilities including lecture spaces, audio-visual equipment, laboratories, and workshop and seminar rooms.
DIPLOMA IN UNDER WATER ARCHAEOLOGY
Important Information
Course Type | Diploma |
Last date for Application | 31 July 2025 |
Registration fee | Rs. 500 |
Duration of course | 1 year |
Course fee | Rs. 8,500 (Outside Candidate) |
Rs. 7,000 (Deccan College Students) | |
Eligibility | Master degree or equivalent degree in any subject from recognized university |
Class Schedule | Saturday and Sunday |
With the growing importance of Marine Archaeology as a discipline in the sphere of archaeology, Deccan College, Pune and the National Institute of Oceanography, Goa collaborates to study the coastal archaeological sites of India. As a part of this effort, a one year diploma course is introduced.
Objectives:
To impart a detailed understanding of up-to-date techniques and methods of relevance for marine archaeology.
To explain the strategies employed in archaeological survey and investigation under water.
To understand archaeological registration and documentation in underwater.
To develop a range of research-oriented skills appropriate for conducting archaeology under water
Important Links
Official Website | |
Application link |
Interested candidates must go through the website before applying.
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