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95 Master's degrees in Museum Studies in United Kingdom

Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies
On this Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies programme from the University of East Anglia you’ll develop a unique combination of theory and practice. You’ll be able to connect the present to the past and the future. You’ll use the Sainsbury Centre's collection of world art to address big issues. Learning from world-leading experts, you’ll gain insights into both museum and heritage sectors.
Advanced Practices
The MRes in Advanced Practices at the Goldsmiths, University of London responds to the growing importance of research within contemporary cultural production.
Art Gallery and Museum Studies
This Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA programme from the University of Leeds aims to provide you with a critical understanding of issues in curatorship, museology and museum management.
Conservation of Archaeological and Museum Objects (Diss)
The Conservation of Archaeological and Museum Objects (Diss) programme offered by Durham University combines theoretical knowledge with specialist practical skills. It equips you with the investigative skills to answer some of the complex conservation and archaeological questions posed by ancient and historic artefacts and explores ways to safeguard valuable objects.

Museum Studies
Join the Museum Studies programme from Newcastle University. Develop the practical skills essential to work in a museum, whilst engaging with theories and debates on the societal role of museums.
Museum Studies
The one-year Museum Studies programme of the University of Aberdeen draws on the University’s extensive museum collections to enable you to explore critical approaches to museum theory while also studying the application of museum practice and research at first hand.
Heritage Management (Hons)
The Heritage Management (Hons) degree at Bath Spa University is an engaging programme that spans one year for full-time students. This course allows you to immerse yourself in the dynamic field of heritage management, combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience. It is designed to equip you with essential skills for a successful career in heritage.

Global Premodern Art - History, Heritage and Curation
The Global Premodern Art - History, Heritage and Curation programme of The University of Edinburgh invites you to join one of the largest and most diverse concentrations of medieval, renaissance and early modern art historical expertise in the UK. Together, we will uncover neglected narratives and scrutinise assumptions that have often served as the foundations of art historical scholarship.
Heritage and Archaeology
The University of Sheffield offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Heritage and Archaeology, designed to be completed in either one year full-time or two years part-time. This programme equips students with essential skills for the archaeology and heritage sectors, preparing them for contemporary challenges and fostering impactful social, economic, and cultural contributions.
Cultural and Heritage Management
The Cultural and Heritage Management course at the University of Lincoln aims to enhance students’ knowledge of the demands of leadership roles in these closely-related sectors, including managing attractions and collections; analysing and anticipating sector-wide trends, nationally and internationally; exploring the possibilities of digital cultural heritage; and more.

Museum and Heritage Studies
The Museum and Heritage Studies programme at the University of St Andrews is for those looking to start a career in museum or gallery work, or for a mid-career change. Covers museums, galleries and heritage facilities, and includes collections care, exhibition planning and design, decolonial practice, environmental sustainability, and digital theory and practice.

Curating Cultures
The MA Curating Cultures programme at SOAS University of London provides an unrivalled opportunity to explore methods and approaches in the curating of the arts of Asia and Africa as well as develop practical curatorial skills in this area.

Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage and Museums) - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP)
This one-year (2-semester) Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage and Museums) - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Southampton offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Southampton.
Museum Cultures with Curating
Museums establish powerful narratives of progress and primitivism, knowledge and ignorance, inclusion and exclusion. The MA Museum Cultures with Curating at Birkbeck, University of London combines study of the history and cultural significance of museums with opportunities for professional museum experience.

Cultural Heritage Management
This Cultural Heritage Management course from University of York offers essential training for professional roles throughout the sector. You'll learn to understand all aspects of heritage management theory and practice, gain practical experience with heritage sector professionals, and develop knowledge and skills essential for today’s heritage sector careers.

Museum Studies
This Museum Studies programme offered at the University of Leicester is for you if... you want to develop the knowledge and skills required to move into a variety of careers in museums and galleries or as preparation for further postgraduate study.

Museum Studies
The Museum Studies programme of the University of Glasgow offers you the opportunity to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required to become a versatile museum professional. The programme draws on staff research and expertise in museums, archives, libraries, galleries and digital cultural heritage.

Material Culture and Artefact Studies
The Material Culture and Artefact Studies programme of the University of Glasgow combines the archaeological recovery and specialist examination of an object with its presentation, management and understanding within a cultural context.

Art History and Museum Curating
Gain the skills to take part in the exciting world of museums, galleries and the cultural heritage sector with the Art History and Museum Curating degree offered at University of Sussex.
Curating the Art Museum
Curating the Art Museum programme of The Courtauld Institute of Art is an excellent entry point for a career in museums and galleries. It puts the physical object at the heart of curatorial training whilst placing specialist knowledge firmly within the context of the contemporary museum.