MA in Art History and Museum Studies
The master's program in Art History and Museum Studies is designed to give students advanced qualification in art history and a broad introduction to museum work. The program is offered for those hoping to work in art collection-related fields. It provides students with skills to integrate the theoretical study of art history with practical concerns of displaying, managing, and interpreting art objects in a variety of museum settings. Students take courses in art history and museum studies simultaneously. Graduates of this program typically pursue careers in museums, art galleries, art publishing, museum education, teaching, art libraries, visual resource collection, or auction houses.
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Program Requirements and Policies
- A total of 11 courses (33 credits) are required for the program.
- Reading knowledge of one non-English language related to research is required for entry into this program.
- Students must complete five courses in art history at the advanced level (100 and above), including HAA 101: Historiography and Methodology, and at least two seminars (200-level).
- Students must complete four courses in Museum Studies, including "Museums Today: Mission and Function," Museum Practicum, and two MS electives
- QP/Thesis Bibliographic Review
- Qualifying Paper + elective in MS or HAA (with approval) OR MA Thesis (2 semesters)
