Museum studies programs are usually most interesting to students pursuing a career in the museum or heritage preservation industries. One might encounter investigations of world heritage sites, museum administration and leadership skills while engaging in this course of study.

A master’s degree is an advanced academic program that can take about two years of full-time schooling to earn, provided students have already received a bachelor’s degree. Earning an MA may help students achieve their educational goals and set them on the path toward accomplishing their professional goals as well.