PgDip Museum Studies at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

This programme develops the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to become a versatile museum professional, drawing on research and expertise in museums, archives, libraries, galleries and digital cultural heritage. It is co-taught with cultural heritage professionals including staff from The Hunterian and Glasgow Museums.

Duration: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core courses are Introduction to Museology, Museum Skills and Professional Practice and Managing and Using Collections, with Research Design and Methods in Information Studies for the MSc (PgDip students take an additional optional course instead). Options include Exhibition Development (with Placement), Learning and Engagement in Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies Work Placement.

Career pathways

Graduates work in museums, galleries, historic houses, heritage sites and consultancy in roles such as learning and engagement, digital engagement, collections management, curation, marketing and management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject; a 2.2 may be considered. Substantial, directly relevant experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications, supported by a personal statement. International applicants from non-majority English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0 (other tests accepted).

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,654 a year (2027/28). Home & RUK full-time fee; part-time rates are quoted per 20 credits and are not a programme total Source

International applicants: GBP 18,850 a year (2027/28). International & EU full-time fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time

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