About the course

This well-established programme produces the heritage managers and museum curators of the future. On this programme you will: have access to leading academics and practitioners in the field, go on study visits to museums to learn about latest practice, meet past students who have graduated from the programme and now work in the field, and, undertake a placement to get hands on experience. Key areas of investigation in this MA include: Policy development and management issues relating to heritage, museum and cultural sectors in Ireland, north and south, Analysis of the social, economic and cultural contexts of museums and heritage, and, International context of key issues for the heritage and museum sectors. Modules reflect innovative and current research and will equip you with the appropriate skills for further academic and professional development. Together we explore the sector knowledge and skills required to work in the heritage, museum and arts fields. We will reflect on the achievements of our graduates working in learning and outreach, curatorship, conservation, and management. Our alumni work in National Museums Northern Ireland, local museums and heritage sites, the National Trust as well as in museums in Dublin, Scotland and England. By exploring arts, heritage, museums and exhibition practices with us, you will be prepared for the next stage in your career. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	County Antrim
Autumn (September), 2025	County Antrim

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Ulster University

We welcome people with an honours degree in an area relevant to museum and heritage practice, such as:

　　Arts and Humanities e.g. Archaeology and Anthropology, History, Fine and Applied Arts,

　　Environmental Sciences e.g. Geography (including human geography and historic geography),

　　Social Sciences e.g. Sociology, Policy Studies,

　　Business & Marketing e.g. Tourism Studies, Management Studies.

　　You will find that the diverse student group will greatly enhance your learning experience.

　　If you do not have an honours degree, but have relevant experience or learning, we will consider your application.

　　The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.

　　Toefl Ibt - 80 with a minimum: L – 17, R – 18, S – 20, W– 17

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Ulster University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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