Archivists, Conservators & Curators

Archivists, conservators and curators collect, appraise and preserve collections of recorded and other material of historical interest.

Tasks

• Examines, appraises and advises on the acquisition of exhibits, historic records, government papers and other material classifies material and arranges for its safe keeping and preservation maintains indexes, bibliographies and descriptive details of archive material and arranges for reproductions of items where necessary examines objects to identify any damage and carries out necessary restoration whilst preserving original characteristics makes sure that storage and display conditions protect objects from deterioration and damage allows access to original material or material not on display for researchers develops and promotes ideas for exhibitions and displays negotiates loans of material for specialist displays liaises with school and other groups or individuals, publicises exhibits and arranges special displays for general, specialised or educational interest answers verbal or written enquiries and gives advice on exhibits or other material

Entry Requirements

Entrants require a good first degree in order to gain entry to a relevant postgraduate course. Many postgraduate courses also require applicants to have gained relevant practical experience prior to entry. Training is typically received on-the-job.