// Degree & Certificate Tracks
Academic Pathways
Graduate
Master of Archival Science (MAS)
A 12-month intensive program focusing on digital forensics, protocol recovery, and long-term preservation of early web artifacts.
Professional
Certificate in Early Web Recovery
Non-degree certification for archivists and historians. Covers MHTML recovery, image reconstruction, and metadata standardization.
Undergraduate
Minor in Digital Heritage
Complementary track for CS, History, or Library Science majors. Introduces web archaeology, HTML evolution, and archival ethics.
// Course Structure
Core Curriculum
| Code | Course Title | Focus Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC 501 | Foundations of Digital Preservation | Archival Theory & Standards | 3 |
| WEB 510 | HTML/CSS Evolution (1990–1999) | Technical History | 3 |
| FOR 525 | Web Forensics & Protocol Recovery | Computer Science | 4 |
| DIG 540 | Metadata Schemas & Linked Archives | Information Architecture | 3 |
| HUM 555 | Ethics in Digital Archaeology | Digital Humanities | 3 |
| CAP 600 | Capstone: Live Archive Recovery Project | Applied Research | 6 |
// Academic Leadership
Faculty & Advisors
AT
Dr. Aris Thorne
Program Director
Former CERN archivist. Specializes in HTTP/0.9 recovery and early RFC standardization.
LV
Prof. Lena Vance
Web History & Culture
Author of "The First Decade". Expert in GeoCities, WebRings, and community-driven web evolution.
MK
Dr. Marcus Kim
Digital Forensics
Develops automated crawling scripts for deprecated protocols and legacy image formats.
SR
Dr. Sarah Reeves
Archival Ethics
Leads research on privacy, consent, and takedown protocols in historical web preservation.
// Enrollment & Requirements
Admissions Overview
Eligibility & Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Library Science, History, or related field
- GPA of 3.0+ (weighted) or equivalent professional experience
- Basic proficiency in HTML, HTTP protocols, and command-line interfaces
- Statement of purpose outlining preservation interests
- Two academic or professional recommendations
Application Process
- Create an applicant account via the Academic Portal
- Upload transcripts, CV, and writing sample
- Complete the technical assessment (archival scenario simulation)
- Attend a virtual orientation session
- Receive admission decision within 3 weeks