Museum Studies

246 Master's degrees in Museum Studies

University of Louisville

Louisville, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Art (Creative) and Art History - Concentration in Critical and Curatorial Studies

The Art (Creative) and Art History - Concentration in Critical and Curatorial Studies at the University of Louisville is a comprehensive undergraduate programme. This full-time degree combines artistic practice with historical analysis, preparing students for professional roles within the global creative economy.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$31,108/yr

University of Amsterdam4,1(110)

Amsterdam, Netherlands Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Curating Art and Cultures (Heritage Studies)

The Curating Art and Cultures (Heritage Studies) programme of the University of Amsterdam is a unique, two-year Dual Master's programme designed to train the curators and (museum) researchers of the future. The programme is offered jointly by the UvA, the VU University and leading museums in the Netherlands (a.o. Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Van Abbe Museum).

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$23,620/yr

Nanyang Technological University4,2(136)

Singapore, Singapore Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Museum Studies and Curatorial Practices

This unique Museum Studies and Curatorial Practices Masters programme from Nanyang Technological University prepares graduates for future roles in the heritage and art sector embedded in the diverse cultural landscape of Southeast Asia.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$31,376/yr

SOAS University of London4,1(41)

London, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

SOAS-IAU - Museum Studies - Sponsored by the Saudi Museums Commission

The SOAS-IAU - Museum Studies - Sponsored by the Saudi Museums Commission programme from SOAS University of London is sponsored by the Museums Commission in Saudi Arabia.

Postgraduate Diploma Full-time On-campus

1 year$26,390/yr

University of Oxford4,2(114)

Oxford, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Visual, Material and Museum Anthropology

The Visual, Material and Museum Anthropology from the University of Oxford acts as a terminal degree but will also prepare you for doctoral research by introducing a wide range of theories and perspectives on museum anthropology, visual anthropology, and material culture theory, as well as practical field- and museum-based research methodologies.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus

1 year, 9 months$52,834/yr

University of York4,3(138)

York, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Cultural Heritage Management

This Cultural Heritage Management course from University of York offers essential training for professional roles throughout the sector. You'll learn to understand all aspects of heritage management theory and practice, gain practical experience with heritage sector professionals, and develop knowledge and skills essential for today’s heritage sector careers.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$35,051/yr

The University of Western Australia4,3(57)

Perth, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts (Research)

This specialist Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts (Research) at The University of Western Australia provides a high status and professional qualification suitable for graduates wishing to enter the museum profession in Australia or overseas as curators, exhibition organisers or researchers.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$28,823/yr

SOAS University of London4,1(41)

London, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

SOAS-Effat - Museum Studies - Sponsored by the Saudi Museums Commission

The SOAS-Effat - Museum Studies - Sponsored by the Saudi Museums Commission programme from SOAS University of London is sponsored by the Museums Commission in Saudi Arabia.

Postgraduate Diploma Full-time On-campus

1 year$33,657/yr

Leiden University4,0(130)

Leiden, Netherlands Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Heritage and Museum Studies

The Heritage and Museum Studies MA programme at Leiden University focuses on the relationships between past and present, the role of heritage in our society, and how our heritage can contribute to improving the quality of life and the environment.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,257/yr

University of Denver4,7(6)

Denver, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Art History - Museum Studies

At Art History - Museum Studies from University of Denver students in our art history graduate program may pursue a museum studies concentration. In addition to earning a master’s degree in art history, you will take courses with curators and conservators from the region’s art institutions.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$51,090/yr

Eastern Illinois University3,4(10)

Online

Community Arts Option

The Master of Arts degree in Art, Community Arts Option program at Eastern Illinois University provides individuals interested in community arts education with professional development for the teaching of art in multiple settings.

M.A. Part-time Online

2 years$9,300/yr

The University of Vermont3,8(4)

Burlington, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation MSc degree offered by The University of Vermont is intended to prepare graduate students for broad-based careers in the field of historic preservation.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$53,400/yr

Deakin University 4,3(27)

Melbourne, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide

Museum Studies

Develop the skills and knowledge required to work in museums with this Graduate Diploma of Museum Studies from Deakin University.

Postgraduate Diploma Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$26,816/yr

Case Western Reserve University4,5(14)

Cleveland Heights, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Art History and Museum Studies

The Art History and Museum Studies program of the Case Western Reserve University is designed to provide you with a broad knowledge of major art historical periods, scholarly and bibliographical resources, and methodologies of art history.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$55,548/yr

Bath Spa University4,2(28)

Bath, United Kingdom

Curatorial Practice

During the Curatorial Practice program at Bath Spa University you’ll engage with theory and history alongside current practice, and gain hands-on experience of curating and presenting work. You’ll be challenged and supported to develop an independent voice in curating.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$25,118/yr

Pratt Institute4,5(4)

New York City, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Museums and Digital Culture

At Pratt Institute, through our cutting-edge and innovative Museums and Digital Culture program designed for the 21st century museum, you'll focus on the digital life of museums across collections, galleries, and activities.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$39,978/yr

Birkbeck, University of London4,1(35)

London, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Museum Cultures

The MA Museum Cultures at Birkbeck, University of London is a comprehensive programme designed to explore the complexities of museums and their cultural significance. This course can be pursued either full-time over one year or part-time over two years, with classes held on campus during evenings to accommodate various schedules.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$27,527/yr

Drexel University4,3(158)

Online Top 2% in Worldwide

Arts Administration and Museum Leadership (Online)

The Arts Administration and Museum Leadership (Online) program of Drexel University combines business knowledge and an entrepreneurial spirit with art and museum industry insight to make you career-ready and give you an edge in a competitive job market.

M.Sc. Part-time Online

$53,550/full

University of Southampton4,4(91)

Southampton, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage and Museums)

Discover the cultural heritage industry on this master’s degree at the University of Southampton. With the Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage and Museums) programme you'll gain a behind-the-scenes insight into how museums communicate the past, drawing on our links with museum and heritage partners.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$35,457/yr

University of the Arts London (UAL)4,2(79)

London, United Kingdom

Curating and Collections

The Curating and Collections programme at University of the Arts London (UAL) gives you hands-on experience of organising exhibitions and developing curatorial projects.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year, 3 months$41,805/yr