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Gain comprehensive insight into the fundamental historical and theoretical advancements in museum and heritage studies, contemporary practices, and ongoing discussions. Explore how significance is conveyed in museums and heritage locations through artifacts, cultural traditions, exhibitions, educational initiatives, and public outreach. This program is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen the relationship between museums/heritage institutions and communities, fostering understanding through historical context and examining public interaction with and appreciation of these spaces, particularly those dealing with difficult histories, remembrance, and memorialization.
Admission to candidature for the Master of Museum & Heritage Studies (1 year full-time) requires:
completion of the requirements for the embedded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Museum and Heritage Studies with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification; or
an Honours degree in a relevant discipline; or
relevant professional work experience and a bachelor's degree with a minimum credit (65%) average or an equivalent qualification.
If you do not meet the requirements listed above for direct entry to the Master’s degree, you may be able to enter via a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in the same subject area and upgrade to the Master’s after successful completion of the shorter course.