What is Museum Studies?
Museum Studies is an inter-disciplinary field of study that encompasses museum history, theory and practice. Study of ‘the museum’ as a domain of cultural practice builds student capacity to understand the social and cultural issues facing those working in museums, art museums and related heritage and collecting institutions. It is integrated with the development of the knowledge and skills needed for professional practice.
The program is available to graduates in a broad range of disciplinary fields including art history, history, classics, anthropology, science and natural history.
Flexible delivery
The courses are available part-time or full-time for domestic students, and are designed to meet the needs of professionals balancing study with the demands of an existing career. The core courses are offered in a combination of on campus intensive teaching modules and web based learning so that students can meet work/life commitments. International students must enrol full-time.
There are opportunities for enrolment in courses including activities outside of the UQ campus, including the Museum Studies Vietnam Field School.
Program and Courses
We offer a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Masters in Museum Studies. This suite of programs provides qualifications for graduates who are currently working or seeking to work in the museum industry nationally and internationally.
Suitably qualified graduates may apply for admission to the research degrees of Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy in Museum Studies, which includes the option of a PhD by exhibition and thesis in Art History. Applications for entry into the Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy can be made at any time.
An inter-disciplinary approach is used to deliver core courses through the School of English, Media Studies and Art History, with a broad choice of inter-departmental and cross-faculty electives. Participants are able to choose from elective courses including Anthropology, Art History, Applied History, Classics, Event Management, Interpretation and Visitor Research, Professional Writing, and Science Communication.
The involvement of the campus based museums and collections, together with input from museum industry professionals, is an integral part of the program and enhances student knowledge of contemporary day-to-day work practices. Students are encouraged to develop skills and expertise in particular areas of interest, and work with industry partners on collaborative practice led research projects, which can include work placements and internships.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Enquiries:
museumenquiries@uq.edu.au