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Dec 17, 2024
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2024-2025 Graduate Bulletin
Museum Science and Management, M.A.
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The Kendall College of Arts & Sciences, in collaboration with the Gilcrease Museum and various academic departments in other colleges on TU’s campus, offers an interdisciplinary program leading to a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in museum science and management. The Museum Science and Management (MSM) program provides both interdisciplinary coursework and “hands-on” experience designed to prepare future museum professionals in the areas of administration, fiscal management, collections care and research, and education. Students gain experience in using objects and collections in research, exhibition, publication, and programming, as well as a background in museum administration, leadership, and fundraising. Internships at regional or national cultural institutions provide practical experience for students in their selected area of specialization.
The faculty at TU, staff of the Gilcrease Museum, and other industry professionals collaborate to provide in-depth opportunities to specialize in the curation, care, and exhibition of American art, archaeology, ethnology, and archives. Through mandatory program workshops, students will be mentored in topics and issues related to professionalism and career development.
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Mission
The MSM program prepares the next generation of museum professionals through classroom preparation, a commitment to hands-on projects, and meaningful internships for all museum science and management students. Secondarily, the MSM program strives to serve the regional and national museum communities, to train new professionals, and to provide enhancement of skills for those who have existing positions.
Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the M.A. in museum science and management program will:
- Create museum products such as proposals, reports, presentations, and databases that conform to industry standards, are clear concise and persuasive, and serve the institution’s mission.
- Critically evaluate projects and programs according to industry standards, including legal and ethical considerations, safety and collections care, and concern for visitor experience.
Admission
Candidates for admission to the Master of Arts (M.A.) program in museum science and management must meet the requirements for admission to the Graduate School, including language proficiency, found in the Admission section of this Bulletin. Applicants must be approved by the Graduate School and the program director and satisfy the following requirements:
- A writing sample that demonstrates the student’s research and/or critical thinking skills.
- An undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0. Students who do not satisfy this requirement but have at least a 3.0 GPA in their major field may be admitted on probation by the Graduate School upon the recommendation of the Graduate Program Advisor. Probationary status is removed by completing nine credit hours of approved graduate study with a GPA of 3.0 or higher in one semester for a full-time student and within three semesters for a part-time student.
- Letters of recommendation from at least three professors or former supervisors who are familiar with the applicant’s technical background, work performance, and academic potential.
- A statement of purpose that includes a description of the applicant’s background, rationale for the desired track, specific interests in museum science and management, and long-term professional objectives.
Curriculum Requirements
The M.A. in museum science and management degree program requires the completion of 33 credit hours, including classroom instruction coupled with work in a museum setting.
Museum Science and Management Core (12 hours)
Tracks (21 hours)
One of the following tracks:
Museum Administration Track
21 hours selected from the following, with between 3-12 hours outside of MSM:
Collections Care and Management Track
21 hours selected from the following, with between 3-12 hours outside of MSM:
Cultural Heritage and Research Track
21 hours selected from the following, with between 3-12 hours outside of MSM:
Note
*Strongly recommended
**Up to 6 hours of Museum Project or Museum Internship may be taken to fulfill the degree
*** These courses may be MSM or courses from other disciplines, such as ACCT, ANTH, ARTH, CHEM, ENGL, HIST, LAW, MBA, MKTG, MGT (this list is not exhaustive). Discuss with the program co-directors your goals and which courses would be most appropriate.
****If taken at the 4000-level previously, may not be retaken for credit.
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