
Overview
The MA is for you if you're pursuing a career as a museum professional, curator, or arts organiser. It will equip you with a critical understanding of the key conceptual and practical skills in curatorship, museology and museum management necessary for you to succeed in your professional life.
Career Path
Graduates from this Museums, Galleries and Contemporary Culture degree offered at the University of Westminster have found employment at organisations including:
- Centre Pompidou, Paris, France
- Design Museum, London
- Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg, Russia
- Migration Museum, London
- Victoria and Albert Museum, London
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Current Issues in Museum and Gallery Studies
- Art Institutions and Contemporary Culture
- Collecting Today: Curating, Presenting and Managing Collections
- Curating Contemporary Art
- Education, Learning and Events
- Exhibiting Photography
- Museum Narratives
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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Area & Cultural Studies History Museum Studies View 628 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
A lower second class honours degree (2:2). Applications from candidates with demonstrable relevant work experience and relevant professional qualifications are welcomed. In these cases, applicants may be required to assemble a work experience portfolio (consisting of testimonials, job descriptions etc).
- Applicants are required to submit one academic or professional reference.
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International
15000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15000 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
8500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8500 GBP per year during 12 months.
- UK tuition fee: £4,250 (Price per academic year)
- International tuition fee: £7,500 (Price per academic year)
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.