Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies (GCMusmSt)
Information valid for students commencing 2018
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2018
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2018)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5341
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Approved degree; or Post-secondary study and have a minimum of two years' relevant professional experience (supported by references). This may be work (in roles such as curatorial, research, collections, education, public programs, management, documentation, exhibitions) in museums; galleries; archives or collecting institutions; historic sites or heritage places.
Additional application information
Supplementary Personal Statement [One page only]
Describe your academic interests and reasons for applying. Detail your career objectives and any relevant non-academic achievements as well as any publications.
Outline any other relevant experience including attendance at specialist workshops or short courses.
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Email: hass.uq.edu.au/askhass
Phone: 07 3365 1333
Duration
This program is not available to international students
Commencing 2018
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5341
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Approved degree; or Post-secondary study and have a minimum of two years' relevant professional experience (supported by references). This may be work (in roles such as curatorial, research, collections, education, public programs, management, documentation, exhibitions) in museums; galleries; archives or collecting institutions; historic sites or heritage places.
CRICOS Code: 056195K
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies?
Museum Studies is an inter-disciplinary field of study that encompasses museum history, theory and practice. The program delivers the professional training required for those interested in pursuing careers in the museum and heritage industry whilst at the same time, providing for those already working in this sector, the opportunity to develop or enhance existing skills and interests.
At UQ, our focus is on developing a critical awareness of the social, cultural and political issues facing those working in the museum and gallery sector, whilst providing the hands-on practical skills necessary for professional practice. Engaging with the University's world-class museums and collections together with leading professionals in the field, UQ provides a uniquely stimulating environment for museological research and training.An inter-disciplinary approach is used to deliver core courses through the School of Social Science, with a broad choice of inter-departmental and cross-faculty electives.Please note that the program duration for students commencing in Semester 1 is half year full-time and for students commencing in Semester 2 is one year part-time.
What you can study
Participants are able to choose from elective courses including Anthropology, Applied History, Art History, Classics, Event Management, Interpretation and Visitor Research, Professional Writing, and Science Communication. The scope of the courses offered presents students with a broad range of perspectives and identifies the most vital contemporary questions and concerns in museums, and in museum studies.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
A valuable component of the UQ Museum Studies program is gaining professional experience and contacts in the work place. The course offers students the opportunity to take short-term internships or placements where they undertake specific projects which contribute to their overall course assessment. In recent years, students have conducted placements or internships at: Queensland Art Gallery / GOMA, Queensland Museum, Ipswich Art Gallery, UQ Art Museum and the State Library of Queensland.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Approved degree; or Post-secondary study and have a minimum of two years' relevant professional experience (supported by references). This may be work (in roles such as curatorial, research, collections, education, public programs, management, documentation, exhibitions) in museums; galleries; archives or collecting institutions; historic sites or heritage places.
Additional application information
Supplementary Personal Statement [One page only]
Describe your academic interests and reasons for applying. Detail your career objectives and any relevant non-academic achievements as well as any publications.
Outline any other relevant experience including attendance at specialist workshops or short courses.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Approved degree; or Post-secondary study and have a minimum of two years' relevant professional experience (supported by references). This may be work (in roles such as curatorial, research, collections, education, public programs, management, documentation, exhibitions) in museums; galleries; archives or collecting institutions; historic sites or heritage places.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 056195K
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the .
Click here for application procedures for International students.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Courses that include a field trip component may incur additional costs to cover transport, accommodation and food.
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
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