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field and do not require a master’s degree. Prior advising with
program faculty may assist applicants in their selection of the
master’s or certificate program.
Individuals interested in taking only one or two courses may do so
as non-degree students if space is available. non-degree students
must hold a bachelor’s degree and have an interview with the
program chair before enrolling in courses.
Program learning outcomes
• Learn the purpose/history of museums as complex public
organizations.
• develop and refine professional writing and oral and visual
presentation skills.
• demonstrate collaborative working practices, consistent with
practices in museum field.
• demonstrate a range of content expertise associated with a
museum studies specialization track.
• Acquire and utilize tools for addressing administrative and
fiscal challenges.
• demonstrate the capacity to engage professionally in the
museum field.
admission requirements
Applicants must meet all University requirements for admission
in addition to the requirements listed here.
• Interview with program faculty member. Museum Studies will
contact applicants to arrange for an interview after the
application file is complete. Telephone interviews will be
arranged for applicants who live outside the Bay Area.
• Bachelor’s degree from an institution whose accreditation is
recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accredita tion
(CHEA).
• Personal statement: a double-spaced, three-page (typed) essay,
carefully edited for content, grammar, and style that answers
the following questions:
• What is the role of the museum in today’s world?
• Given your response to question one, describe your spe cific
career goals.
• How has your education and experience prepared you for
graduate study in museum studies?
• Three letters of recommendation.
• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
• International applicants must have a minimum TOEFL score
of 600 on the paper-based test, 250 on the computer-based
test, or 100 on the Internet-based test with a minimum score
of 4.5 in the writing section.
The priority application deadline is February 15. Late applications
will be considered on a case-by-case basis if space is available.
Appli cants for the master’s degree are admitted only for the fall
quarter.
Ma in Museum Studies
The program offers a Master of Arts in Museum Studies with three
specializations—administration, collections management, and
education and interpretation. The administration specialization
covers financial management, fundraising, marketing, and
administration. Collections management trains individuals to
manage and care for collections. Education and Interpretation
trains students to interpret collections, develop an understanding
of diverse audiences and their needs, plan and develop exhibi tions,
and design education programs in museums.
All students complete the core curriculum, specialization courses,
and internships offering independent, individualized study in a
museum or museum-related institution. The master’s program
concludes with a master’s project, which allows students to explore
in depth a specific area of interest in a museum or related
organization.
degree requirements
College of Professional Studies
In addition to the University’s general requirements (outlined in
the General Information section of this catalog), students must also
complete the following:
• Upon admission, all students must demonstrate writing
competency as determined by program evaluation of writ ing
ability. Some students may be required to take courses in writing
in addition to the 58-unit requirement for the degree.
• Prerequisite courses as identified at the time of the student’s
admission. Students desiring to specialize in administration
must demonstrate that they have completed two undergraduate
courses in accounting.
• no more than six graduate units will be accepted in transfer. See
the program advisor for specific limitations on transfer credit.
• This degree program must be completed within five years of the
initial date of enrollment.
Courses Units Prerequisite(s) Co-requisite(s)
MUS 5003 Issues in Museums I: History and Theory 4.5
MUS 5004 Issues in Museums II: Finance and Administration 4.5
MUS 5005 Issues in Museums III: Planning and development 4.5
MUS 5321 Museums and Communities 4.5
MUS 5405 Exhibition development I
MUS 5420 Museums, Interactive Technologies and
4.5
Electronic Access 4.5
MUS 5996 Master’s Project: Topic development1 1
MUS 5997 Master’s Project: research Methodology 4.5 MUS 5996 with a grade of B or better
MUS 5998 Master’s Project: Writing and Production 4.5 MUS 5997 with a grade of B or better
Specialization (choose one of the three specializations, below) 21
Total units required 58
1 Under the supervision of a project coordinator, each student develops a project that reflects his or her expertise in a special subject area and demon strates
understanding and application of museum studies theory and practice, analytical and imaginative thinking, and mastery of research methods and writing
skills. All students must demonstrate proficiency in writing and research prior to beginning the master’s project. These courses must be completed with a
grade of B or better. The master’s project, including the oral presentation, must be completed in residence at John F. Kennedy University.
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