Master of Museum and Heritage Studies (Advanced) - Museums and Collections in Canberra Australia | The Australian National University

Our team pioneers new directions in museum studies and oversees prominent journals in the discipline. We investigate emerging museum-related topics including social inclusion, educational programming, civic participation, intangible heritage preservation, activist museum practices, emotional engagement strategies, cultural diversity approaches, Indigenous collections stewardship, and advanced visitor research methodologies. The curriculum also covers foundational collections care and curation techniques.

Through our extensive network of national institutions, exhibition spaces, and regional museums, we offer a dynamic internship program that keeps students abreast of contemporary museum theory and professional practices. Our global partnerships with leading international organizations further enhance these opportunities.

Career pathways
The Museums and Collections specialization serves both early-career professionals and established practitioners. It also prepares students for advanced academic research in this domain.

Educational objectives
Examine, investigate, and synthesize complex museum and collection management frameworks within societal contexts
Assess key theoretical discussions, challenges, and conceptual models relevant to museum operations
Cultivate practical expertise and critical perspectives on museum institutions and collecting organizations
Effectively convey specialized knowledge and innovative concepts to diverse museum audiences.