Course Overview
The MA Museum Studies at Newcastle University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about shaping public narratives. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Our Museum Studies MA, PGDip will develop the practical skills needed to operate a museum, whilst engaging you with theories on the societal role of museums. You gain a competitive edge by curating group exhibitions or organising and delivering complex education and learning events within high-profile public venues. The Museum Studies course covers a broad range of issues encountered in museum work. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, and a 97% continuation rate.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry requirements The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry. Academic entry requirementsA 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in any subject.We will also consider your application if you have non-standard qualifications and/or relevant professional experience in the museum, gallery and heritage sectors.If you have borderline or non-standard qualifications we may |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,250
per year
Home Student Fee
£7,600
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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