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    Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA

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    Manchester, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £29,900.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    75%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    180
    Credits

    Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA at University of Manchester is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Manchester, GB. Tuition is £29,900.

    About the program

    Examines museum theory and practice, including emerging critical approaches and shifts in the field. Includes work placements in museums, galleries or cultural organisations in Manchester area, field trips, and live projects.

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    top-50 globally across all of Arts and Humanities (Times Higher Education 2025)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Stage 4
    Jul 5, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100+ in the IBT Internet-based TOEFL)
    IELTS
    required
    Min an overall grade 7.0 (with a minimum writing score of 7) in IELTS

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £15,505.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA at University of Manchester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA at University of Manchester is £29,900 across 180 required credits.
    Is Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA at University of Manchester online or in-person?
    Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA at University of Manchester is offered in-person.
    How long does Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA at University of Manchester take to complete?
    Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA at University of Manchester is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA at University of Manchester?
    Per the program's published guidance: First or Upper Second class honours degree
    How competitive is Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA at University of Manchester?
    Art Gallery and Museum Studies MA at University of Manchester reports an acceptance rate of approximately 75%.