Museum Studies Leiden University

Overview

Informed by leading interdisciplinary research, this degree provides you with a strong academic foundation for a variety of careers in museums, galleries and heritage institutions.

Why study Art History and Museum Studies at Leiden University?

The MA programmes in Art History and Museum Studies at Leiden University are unique in upholding a critical approach to the visual arts, decorative arts and architecture, as well as diverse cultures of collecting and presenting art.

The programmes are taught by research-active staff and (former) curators from the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam, the Frans Hals Museum, the Museum Volkenkunde, the National Museum of Antiquities and the RKD, among others. Our teaching and research are enhanced by collaborative partnerships with museums, heritage institutions and contemporary art venues. We regularly host leading voices within the field to introduce our students to emerging trends and world-class research. 

Career preparation

An MA in Museum Studies will qualify you for a wide variety of careers in the cultural sector – museums, galleries, heritage institutions, exhibition spaces – as well as careers in publishing, media, public relations, and education. You will also be qualified to pursue a PhD and a career in academia.