Master of Arts - Museums and Cultural Heritage

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs usually need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The entry requirement may specify a minimum score of 60% or higher in the previous academic degree.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no band below 6.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 90 with no individual section below 21.
• PTE: Overall score of 58, with a minimum of 50 in each section.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Auckland offers various scholarships specifically designed to support and encourage international students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships aim to attract high-achieving students from around the world and provide financial assistance to help them achieve their educational goals at the university.

Merit-Based Scholarships: The University of Auckland offers merit-based scholarships recognizing academic excellence. These scholarships are awarded to students with outstanding academic achievements in their previous studies, supporting them throughout their undergraduate or postgraduate programs.

Need-Based Grants: For students facing financial challenges, the university provides need-based grants to assist with tuition fees or living expenses. These grants aim to ensure that deserving students have the opportunity to pursue their education without financial constraints.

Research Scholarships: The university also offers research scholarships for international students interested in pursuing research-based programs. These scholarships support students engaged in innovative research projects and contribute to the university's academic research endeavors.

Country-Specific Awards: Additionally, the University of Auckland provides scholarships specifically designated for students from certain countries. These awards aim to promote cultural diversity and international collaboration by attracting students from diverse geographical backgrounds.

Graduates holding a Master of Arts in Museums and Cultural Heritage from the University of Auckland possess specialized skills that lead to various career opportunities within the cultural heritage and museum sectors.

1. Museum Curatorship: Careers as museum curators involve managing collections, planning exhibitions, and interpreting artifacts within museums, galleries, or cultural institutions.

2. Cultural Heritage Management: Opportunities in cultural heritage management include roles in heritage conservation, preservation of historic sites, and management of cultural resources in governmental or non-governmental organizations.

3. Museum Education and Outreach: Graduates may work in museum education departments, developing educational programs, conducting tours, or creating materials for schools and the public to enhance engagement with cultural artifacts.

4. Conservation and Restoration: Careers in conservation focus on preserving and restoring cultural artifacts, involving work in conservation laboratories or specialized conservation firms.

5. Archives and Libraries: Roles in archives or libraries encompass managing historical documents, manuscripts, or records in libraries, government agencies, or archival institutions.

6. Heritage Consultancy: Graduates may work as heritage consultants, providing expertise in cultural heritage impact assessments, conservation strategies, or advising on heritage-related projects.

7. Cultural Policy and Advocacy: Opportunities in cultural policy involve working with governmental or non-governmental agencies, advocating for cultural heritage preservation, or developing cultural policies.

8. Tourism and Cultural Heritage Interpretation: Careers in tourism focus on promoting cultural heritage sites, developing cultural tourism programs, or working as heritage interpreters in visitor centers.

9. Art Galleries and Exhibition Design: Roles in art galleries involve curating exhibitions, managing art collections, or working in exhibition design firms.