MA in Museum Communication
What makes the MA in Museum Communication at the University of the Arts distinctive? The Masters of Arts in Museum Communication degree develops your understanding of contemporary theory and practice focusing on the public affairs dimensions of museum work. These include:
- Museum public relations, media and external affairs
- Marketing and publications
- Membership and development
- Governance, record-keeping and collections management
- Internet initiatives
- Visitor services
- Visitor research
How will the Museum Communication degree enhance my museum career?
The program provides the skills, knowledge and practical training appropriate for:
- People wishing to enter the museum field
- Professionals who are looking to change industries and work at a museum
- Current museum employees who want advancement opportunities
- Museum volunteers seeking credentials to make the transition into professional museum work
What does the program include?
- A three-semester academic course of study (15 weeks in each semester)
- A 12-week (240 hour) internship placement
- A written thesis and thesis defense
- Participation in lectures, seminars, workshops, and study visits
- All courses encourage visiting scholars and professionals to lecture and lead discussion groups
- Portfolio-based projects
What can I do with a degree in Museum Communication?
University of the Arts alumni with Museum Communication degrees work in a wide variety of fields, including:
- Museums of anthropology, archaeology, fine art, history, natural history
- Science centers and zoos
- National parks and arboretums
- Cultural arts organizations
- Government agencies
- Historical societies
- Historic sites and houses
- Private and corporate collections and foundations
What are the program’s admission requirements?
- BFA, BA or BS degree
- Demonstrated work experience in the museum field or in related institutions/consultancies, or discipline-based training
How can I learn more?
Please contact Program Director Robert Vosburgh at 215-717-6640 or rvosburgh@uarts.edu.
