Description

The SJIU Certificate in Museum Studies is designed for professionals in the museum community and in the arts who wish to expand their knowledge of the growing field of museology. Theoretical, historical, technical and managerial aspects of museums and other cultural agencies dealing with exhibition practices will be explored from a multi-disciplinary perspective.
This course will explore the benefits of a sustainable museum culture that is able both to attract visitors and to create profits in the local economy while also conserving its educational mission, its dialogue with local communities and its care for cultural heritage.

Class-lectures will be enriched by practical exercises, museum visits and meetings with outstanding experts from the Italian museum world.

Program Courses:

a. Obligatory Courses: Two courses (6 CH).

DHM-ARH/2150 - Museum Studies
DHM-ARH/3550 - Museum Management

b. Elective Courses: Three courses (9 CH). Students must choose three courses from the below list:

DFA-CPC/1100 - History and Philosophy of Conservation and Preservation
DHM-ARH/2250 - Museum Architecture
DHM-ARH/2350 - Exhibition Planning and Design
DHM-ARH/3450 - Museum Education
DHM-ARH/3500 - Collections Management

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

consult University Catalog

Program Fees Include:

Cost includes full tuition. There maybe extra expenses for textbooks, housing and supplies.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 5

Scholarships are Available

Application Process Involves

• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

Year Founded

2007