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Overview
Key facts
Aberystwyth University's Digital Preservation module is intended to provide you with the theoretical knowledge and skills you require to develop and administer a digital preservation programme. The drivers for digital preservation will be considered, including the evidential role digital records can play in business administration and court cases. An understanding of the challenges involved in preserving different digital formats, along with composite, compound or constantly updated material will be established. The characteristics of digital objects are explored in detail with reference to: their significant properties; the relationship between content and metadata; and the need to preserve links between the associated parts.
Programme Structure
After completing this short course you should be able to:
- provide an analytical, contextual account of the development of digital preservation as a 21st century information issue;
- identify and critically evaluate the characteristics of digital objects, justify the need to preserve each characteristic for continued access and develop a strategy for digital preservation;
- propose methods for developing and maintaining control over a complex array of digital forms and formats, which address the necessary conditions, techniques and models for digital preservation;
- formulate rational hypotheses regarding the potential role of institutional repositories and open access initiatives in enabling digital preservation.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of standards in digital information discovery and delivery
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 5 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Credits
10 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Aberystwyth, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Digital Media View 22 other Short Courses in Digital Media in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- a keen interest in the course subject area
- broadband internet access
- time to study the learning materials and take part in online activities and discussions
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents560 GBP / full≈ 560 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents560 GBP / full≈ 560 GBP / full
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