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18 Best Museum Studies in United Kingdom for 2024

Find the most comprehensive list of top Museum Studies in United Kingdom for 2024. Our selection is tailored to help you excel in your chosen field with the best educational institutions.

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PhD at the Warburg Institute

University of London, School of Advanced Study

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Online

United Kingdom

Humanities, History, Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

Undertaking doctoral research allows you to develop in-depth knowledge while making a meaningful contribution to your chosen field. With guidance from our expert supervisors, you'll carry out extensive independent research culminating in a thesis of up to 100,000 words. Broadly speaking the area covered by the Institute’s expertise is cultural and intellectual history in the period 1200–1700, but there are a range of specific research interests covered by members of staff who currently offer supervision.

English

3 Years

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MA in Public History

Ruskin College

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United Kingdom

History, Museum Studies

Master of Arts (MA)

The course covers the role of history in the public arena: museums, documentaries, monuments, lectures, guided tours and community events are just some of the things that constitute Public History. It also examines the relationship between history and politics, and the powerful influence of history on contemporary society.

English

1 Year

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MA Conservation

City & Guilds of London Art School

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United Kingdom

Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies

Master of Arts (MA)

After many successful years running a Postgraduate Diploma in Conservation, the City & Guilds of London Art School is proud to announce our new MA Conservation that will run alongside our existing BA (Hons) Conservation Studies course from Autumn 2017. All of our Conservation courses will then be validated by our long-standing partner Birmingham City University.

English

1 Year

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MSc Business and Heritage Management

University of Southampton

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United Kingdom

Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies, Business Administration

Master of Science (MSc)

The heritage industry is a major and growing contributor to the global economy, employing increased numbers of skilled heritage managers. This degree offers a tailor-made curriculum to develop the knowledge base and skills required from both the disciplines of Business and Archaeology to allow effective management of the world’s heritage. As a student on this programme, you will be guided through modules to develop your understanding of the economic and legal principals within which heritage management operates across the globe, from Museum displays to site presentations and how heritage shapes national identities. This will be matched by education in theory and practice of assessing, preserving, presenting and mitigating the impact of development on our shared heritage. Your business skills will be developed in finance, marketing, project and risk management to provide a broad base suited to working in both the public (government) and private sectors. Graduates from this programme will be suited to work in a wide range of business and management roles in the heritage, tourism and construction sectors.

English

1 Year

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MA in Cultural Heritage and Resource Management

University of Winchester

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United Kingdom

Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies, Archaeology

Master of Arts (MA)

Cultural Heritage and Resource Management considers the wider place of heritage management in contemporary society and offers you the chance to undertake your own projects on a range of different subjects. You investigate the theory and practice of cultural heritage and resource management from both a British and a global approach. Teaching comes from experts with specialisms in museums and galleries, cultural tourism, theme parks, national, local and global heritage organisations, archives, libraries, and archaeological units.

English

1 Year

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MA Curating Contemporary Art

Royal College of Art

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United Kingdom

Museum Studies, Art History, Fine Arts

Master of Arts (MA)

Curating is a creative, dynamic and diverse practice, constantly changing in relation to its context, to the work of artists and a range of cultural practitioners, and to the interests and expectations of audiences. When you join the Curating Contemporary Art MA (CCA) you join a well-established and highly influential programme and community of students actively contributing to how curating is understood, practised and thought about across the globe.

English

1 Year

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MA in International Heritage Management

University of Birmingham - College of Arts and Law

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United Kingdom

International Relations, Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies

Master of Arts (MA)

For more than 30 years, the MA in International Heritage Management has provided an advanced qualification in heritage and its management. This interdisciplinary programme draws on the experience of our Heritage experts, who are both leading the research in this field and have practical experience working in the heritage industry.

English

1 Year

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Museum Studies MA, MSc, PGDip, PGCert, by distance learning

University of Leicester

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Online

United Kingdom

History, Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies, Art History

Master of Arts (MA)

This degree will provide you with the practical and theoretical experience needed to become a creative and effective museum and gallery professional or to further advance your career in the sector. You will be taught by experts in the field, who have been involved in expanding the academic discipline of museum studies over many years. The course will equip you with a thorough knowledge and critical understanding of current principles, practice, and contemporary debates in Museum Studies.

English

2 Years

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MA Public History

Queen's University Belfast

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United Kingdom

History, Museum Studies

Master of Arts (MA)

The MA in Public History at Queen’s University Belfast offers an opportunity to study how historical knowledge is produced, mediated, represented and consumed in public spaces, in a region where the past continues to resonate powerfully. The close relationship Queen’s enjoys with a broad range of partners across the country, from national cultural institutions, heritage organisations and media through to community-led initiatives, provides an unparalleled opportunity for first-hand experience of how history works and is put to work in many different ways. The close involvement of partner organisations in the delivery of the course through practitioner workshops, guest lectures, field trips and events, as well as the 30-day placement, provides first-hand, practical experience of the wide range of issues, challenges and opportunities faced by the public historian.

English

1 Year

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MA History of Design (with V&A)

Royal College of Art

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United Kingdom

History, Museum Studies, Arts, Design

Master of Arts (MA)

The V&A/RCA MA History of Design draws on the exceptional resources and national and international networks of two world-leading centres of excellence for scholarship and creativity, the RCA and the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A). With a base at the RCA and dedicated programme rooms and library at the V&A, since its foundation in 1983, this pioneering programme has earned a worldwide reputation as the leading MA programme in the field. Our research-led teaching and experiential methods inspire and train future leaders in the field.

English

1 Year

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MA In Art History and Curating

University of Birmingham - College of Arts and Law

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United Kingdom

Museum Studies, Art History, Fine Arts

Master of Arts (MA)

The MA in Art History and Curating is one of the few postgraduate programmes in the country that offers you the opportunity to work in a team with academic and museum professionals to develop a curatorial project such as a public exhibition. Current exhibition partners include the Barber Institute of Fine Arts, in a unique partnership with the Royal Collection Trust, and Grand Union, an Arts Council England Portfolio organisation, working with contemporary artists.

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1 Year

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MSc Heritage

University of Stirling

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United Kingdom

History, Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies, Archaeology

Master of Science (MSc)

Our MSc Heritage provides you with a state-of-the-art, critically informed, interdisciplinary education in heritage and its place in society, including its conservation and management.

English

1 Year

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MA Conservation of Cultural Heritage

University of Lincoln

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United Kingdom

History, Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies, Art History

Master of Arts (MA)

Lincoln's MA in Conservation of Cultural Heritage enables students to gain hands-on experience while being taught by experts in the field. Students have the opportunity to develop a wide range of practical, theoretical and research skills in preparation for a career in heritage conservation.

English

1 Year

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MLitt in Museum and Heritage Studies

University of St Andrews

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United Kingdom

History, Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies

Master's Degree

The MLitt in Museum and Heritage Studies prepares students for employment in museums with broad training in all types of museums, galleries, and other heritage facilities. The MLitt in Museum and Heritage Studies is a taught postgraduate programme run by the Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Studies, in association with the School of Art History and the Museums of the University of St Andrews.

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1 Year

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MA in Public History

Queen's University Belfast - Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

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United Kingdom

History, Museum Studies

Master of Arts (MA)

The MA in Public History at Queen’s University Belfast offers an opportunity to study how historical knowledge is produced, mediated, represented and consumed in public spaces in a region where the past continues to resonate powerfully. The close relationship Queen’s enjoys with a broad range of partners across the country, from national cultural institutions, heritage organisations and media through to community-led initiatives, provides an unparalleled opportunity for first-hand experience of how history works and is put to work in many different ways.

English

1 Year

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MA Cultural Heritage Management

University of Lincoln

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United Kingdom

Anthropology, History, Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies

Master of Arts (MA)

MA Cultural Heritage Management aims to enhance students' knowledge of the demands of leadership in the cultural heritage sector. These include broadening the appeal of attractions and collections; anticipating sector-wide trends, nationally and internationally; exploring the possibilities of digital cultural heritage; and understanding visitors and users more effectively. A strong theme of social justice runs through the programme.

English

1 Year

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MA Arts and Cultural Management

University of Lincoln

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United Kingdom

Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies, Arts, Business Administration, Management

Master of Arts (MA)

As a creative person, you love arts and culture and understand why they are important. You'll have seen the benefits of creativity to people, places, and communities first-hand, and know that a creative career is viable, essential, and valuable.

English

1 Year

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BA (Hons) Conservation of Cultural Heritage

University of Lincoln

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United Kingdom

History, Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies, Archaeology, Art History

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Conservators play a key role in the protection and care of cultural heritage, preserving artworks, architecture, archaeology, and museum collections for future generations to enjoy. The BA (Hons) Conservation of Cultural Heritage degree offers the chance to gain extensive, hands-on experience working on a range of historic materials provided by museums, historic houses, and private collections.

English

3 Years

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Museum Studies, United Kingdom

Museum Studies is a multidisciplinary field that explores the history, management, and curation of museums. Students in this field learn about museum operations, exhibition design, conservation, and cultural heritage preservation. With a focus on practical skills and theoretical knowledge, Museum Studies prepares individuals for careers in museums, galleries, cultural institutions, and heritage organizations.

In the United Kingdom, higher education institutions offer a wide range of accredited degrees, including Bachelors, Masters, and PhDs. Students can choose from prestigious universities and business schools known for their quality education and research opportunities. The UK's education system is highly regarded globally, attracting students from all over the world seeking a top-notch academic experience.