MA Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies at University of East Anglia

Museums and heritage organisations shape how we understand history and culture. This dynamic MA places you at the centre of that world. You’ll study in the UK’s only Art History department located within an international art museum.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Department: School of History and Art History  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years full-time with placement year; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time (placement year available)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your studies will incorporate the two key aspects of the degree: cultural heritage and museum studies. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Interpretation and Participation in Museums and Heritage, Critical Perspectives in Museums and Heritage, World Heritage: Problems and Prospects, Curating Collections and Exhibitions, Museum and Heritage Practice.

Career pathways

With MA Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies, you could develop a career as a: Curator: Manage collections, develop exhibitions, and interpret objects for museums and galleries Heritage Officer: Support preservation, storytelling, and public engagement within heritage organisations Museum Registrar: Oversee collections management, loans, and museum administration Exhibition Designer: Create engaging displays and visitor experiences for museums and cultural spaces Public Historian: Share historical knowledge through education, outreach, and community projects

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