MSc Museums and Heritage Practice

The Museums and Heritage Practice MSc program at the University of Chester is aimed at those who wish to embark on a career in the museum or heritage sector. The course is designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical work experience in this field. It offers a unique opportunity to study the principles and practice of museum management, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning through participation.Course Content: The course content is deeply linked with industry practices, with an emphasis on the principles, practice, and contemporary issues related to museums and heritage. With the inclusion of subjects such as heritage, interpretation, audiences, collections, and leadership, the course provides in-depth education in the sector.Key Modules: The main modules of the program include: Critical Approaches to Museums and Heritage, Managing Heritage, Audience Development and Interpretation, Collections Care and Conservation, Museum and Heritage Project, and Leadership in Museums and Heritage.Accreditations: Not SpecifiedFuture Careers: This programme prepares students for successful careers in the museum and heritage sector both in the UK and overseas. Alumni have gone on to work in a wide range of roles including museum/heritage site management, learning and education, and visitor or audience development.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page Museums and Heritage Practice MSc.