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University of the Arts, The College of Art and Design Master of Arts in Museum Education 320 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19102 US   Phone: 1-800-616-ARTS   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.A.-Museum Education On Campus   The Master of Arts in Museum Education is a concentrated program focused on the development and implementation of appropriate pedagogical practices and critical interpretive skills for communicating to the public about culture and the arts. Coursework comprises three distinct areas: a broad education core addressing theory and methods, a concentration in museum studies and practices, and a professional core including research and an internship with a cooperating museum. Applicants should have had a core of at least 40 credits in the arts, liberal arts, and/or communications. This degree is an appropriate option for those with a strong commitment to providing educational programming within a museum context or alternative site, as well as for teachers who wish a concentration in museum education so they may utilize museum resources more effectively in the classroom. Museums and galleries worldwide are becoming more dependent upon their audiences for support. The role of museums is changing to meet audience demands, including expectations for more relevant and accessible public educational programming to promote cultural knowledge and interests. This growing trend has created a greater demand for well-trained professionals with special knowledge and expertise in planning and implementing museum programs. Additionally, current educational theory and methodology embrace the inclusion of art history, criticism, and aesthetics as critical components of the arts education curriculum, all areas heavily dependent upon museums for exemplary resources and reference. The MA in Museum Education focuses on a wide variety of museums and institutions with similar missions and operations, and prepares educators to function within the changing context of contemporary schools, museums, and related institutions. The MA in Museum Education may be completed in two semesters and a summer or in three semesters.     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Pre-Requisite Courses Applicants should have at least 40 credits in the arts, liberal arts, art history, anthropology, the physical sciences, or education.  International Student Requirements Requirements Qualifying Exam: Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Research Competency: Clinical Internship:   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time:   # of Students Enrolled Part Time:   Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit:   Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:   Average Work Experience: Less than 1 Year  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year:   Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: