San Francisco,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Museum Studies in San Francisco United States | San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University
|
San Francisco United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
15,168
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Museum Studies Master of Arts program focuses on developing versatile skills and professional growth in essential museum operations to enhance career opportunities.
Every graduate student must complete the same core program requirements, while working with advisors to customize their coursework and final projects within one of six specialization tracks: collections management and registration, museum education and public engagement, museum administration and development, curatorial studies, exhibition development, or cultural heritage law and preservation.
Program Learning Objectives
Recognize fundamental aspects of museum professionalism (including stewardship, community service, teamwork, mission alignment, ethical standards, professional associations, and career advancement tools).
Describe the general evolution of museums, their fundamental structures, their societal and political environments, and their significance in our interconnected, multicultural society.
Demonstrate understanding of crucial museum operations and concepts, particularly in collections preservation, institutional fundraising, and exhibition development.
Based on specialization, exhibit in-depth knowledge in at least one key museum discipline: curatorial practice, cultural heritage, museum education and public outreach, collections management, museum administration and development, or exhibition planning.
Utilize practical professional skills in hands-on, service-oriented environments with university and community museum collaborators to foster analytical thinking, solution development, public involvement, and leadership growth.
Cultivate personal academic work, creative projects, and professional development through options like a thesis, exhibition element, examination component, or professional initiatives.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
GPA of 3.20 or better in the most recent two years of BA/postbaccalaureate study. Applicants who meet the CSU minimum GPA of 3.00 in the last two years of study will be still be considered.
A minimum of three months of volunteer or paid experience in a museum or related setting, including internships that are completed prior to or concurrent with your formal application to the program.
Academic background in anthropology, art history, classics or classical archaeology, design, education, history, science, or public/arts administration, or fields applicable to Museum Studies, such as communications, environmental studies, fine arts, humanities or other relevant academic areas.
Two Letters of Reference, from previous professors, museum supervisors, or other work supervisors who know you well and can speak to your skills and aptitude for graduate study. Ideally, at least one of these letters should be from a supervisor in a museum or related setting.
If an International Applicant, TOEFL scores are required, 550 or better on the paper-based test OR 80 or better on the Internet-based test. The TOEFL ETS code for SF State is: 4683. See additional admissions requirements for International Applicants, and application support provided by the Division of Graduate Studies.
A minimum of three months of volunteer or paid experience in a museum or related setting, including internships that are completed prior to or concurrent with your formal application to the program.
Academic background in anthropology, art history, classics or classical archaeology, design, education, history, science, or public/arts administration, or fields applicable to Museum Studies, such as communications, environmental studies, fine arts, humanities or other relevant academic areas.
Two Letters of Reference, from previous professors, museum supervisors, or other work supervisors who know you well and can speak to your skills and aptitude for graduate study. Ideally, at least one of these letters should be from a supervisor in a museum or related setting.
If an International Applicant, TOEFL scores are required, 550 or better on the paper-based test OR 80 or better on the Internet-based test. The TOEFL ETS code for SF State is: 4683. See additional admissions requirements for International Applicants, and application support provided by the Division of Graduate Studies.
Tuition
USD
15,168