Program Overview
The Museum Studies MAMScPGDip at University of Leicester is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered Hybrid. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Museum Studies MAMScPGDip programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 14,630 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 8,760 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Leicester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Museum Studies MAMScPGDip programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Locating Museums: Communities and Contexts
- Managing Resources in the Museum
- Engaging Visitors and Audiences
- Planning Projects and Designing Interpretive Exhibitions
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
First or second class degree.
You must be able to demonstrate an engagement with - or commitment to - museums, galleries or heritage organisations. It also helps if you can provide evidence of relevant experience in the museum, gallery or heritage sector or appropriate transferable skills.
We will consider applications from candidates without a degree who are able to demonstrate significant relevant work experience such as research skills, professional publication or senior management responsibilities.
You may be required to successfully complete a departmental assessment (such as an essay).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,630 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 8,760 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,630 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 8,760 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Leicester directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Leicester
University of Leicester
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Leicester is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 4 September 2026
- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months