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    MA Programs in Museum Science

    An MA, or Master of Arts, is a degree that can be earned after completing a BA, or Bachelor of Arts. Master of Arts degrees can include specializations in many different fields, including in humanities, arts, and social sciences.

    What is an MA in Museum Science? Earning an MA in Museum Science can give you an extensive knowledge of the different aspects of museums, including research, education, display, and management. You can choose to focus on research and study anthropology and history, or study the business side of museums and museum management. You can also learn about education, as one of the big purposes of museums is to inform visitors about science and history.

    Working for this degree can give you useful research skills that can help you become better at finding information. You can also gain skills that help you effectively present information once you have it, and you can learn to think historically, which is helpful in decision-making.

    There are many different things that can be considered when trying to decide how much an MA in Museum Science will cost. Different schools can have many different costs. Other factors, such as whether you take required courses online or at a physical school, can also make a difference.

    This type of degree can be best suited for a career with an individual museum. You could work with the public as an educator or museum guide, informing and teaching visitors about the significance of the objects on display. You could also run or manage a museum, or even found your own museum using knowledge of specific cultures, items, or historical time periods.

    An MA in Museum Science can be earned through online programs or traditional enrollment at a university. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.