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MA - Master of Arts
UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus
Part Time
Sep 2026
2 Year
This MA provides a broad academic and professional training in museum work and encourages students to reflect on the concept of the museum and its associated practices. Grounded in museum practice, theory and research, the programme looks at all types of museums. The programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to become a museum professional. You will be taught by experts in museum, archives, and collections. You will be able to get hands-on experience through your 20 days work placement. Recent placements have included: The British Museum. London Transport Museum. RAF Museums. Royal Academy . Royal Historical Palaces. The programme is ideal for those wishing to enter the museum profession or pursue PhD studies on museological topics. It provides a balance of practice and theory for students from a wide range of academic backgrounds and cultures.
In addition to core modules, Students will study some optional modules.
In addition to core modules, Students will study some optional modules.
In addition to core modules, Students will study some optional modules.
In addition to core modules, Students will study some optional modules.
In addition to core modules, Students will study some optional modules.
All students undertake an independent research project on a museological topic which culminates in a dissertation of 10,000 words (60 credits).
A fee deposit will be charged at 2.5 percent of the first year fee
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