Embark on your journey into the dynamic world of museum and heritage professions with the Museum Studies MSc from the University Of Leicester. This postgraduate degree is crafted for those passionate about preserving, interpreting, and engaging audiences with cultural artefacts and collections. You will explore critical concepts in museum management, curation, and audience engagement, preparing you to address contemporary challenges and opportunities within the cultural sector. If you aspire to shape the future of museums and heritage sites, this MSc provides the essential knowledge and skills.
This online MSc is studied full-time over two years, offering you the flexibility to learn from anywhere while gaining in-depth expertise. You will delve into four core modules, including "The Museum and Change" and "Objects and Collections: Care, Management and Curation," alongside four optional modules tailored to your interests, such as "Digital Museums and Contemporary Issues." The programme culminates in a substantial research project, which you can submit as an academic paper or a sector-facing report. You will graduate with a Masters Degree, ready for diverse career paths in museums, galleries, and heritage organisations.