Museum Professions Dual Degree (B.A./M.A.)
Arts and Sciences Hall/Arts Center
CHDCM@shu.edu
https://www.shu.edu/academics/ba-ma-museum-professions
Program Codes: EC_ARTJ_BA and EC_ARMS_MA
The combined B.A./M.A. in Museum Professions allows undergraduate students to take 12 graduate credits during their junior and senior years. Following the completion of the baccalaureate degree, students complete the remaining credits of the M.A. degree.
Each student’s program is unique and crafted in consultation with both an undergraduate and graduate academic adviser. Timeline varies based on academic progress and completed coursework.
Qualified students are considered for admission to the B.A./M.A. dual degree program either: (1) as an incoming first-year student or (2) following application after the completion of at least 45 undergraduate credits. Students may apply for admission to the dual degree program with additional credits, but preferably no later than the end of junior year (i.e., 90 credits).
Admissions Details
The Office of Graduate Affairs processes all applications and offers an overview of the application process. Specific details regarding this program's admissions details are outlined below.
Application Requirements
Qualified students are considered for admission to the B.A./M.A. dual degree program either: (1) as an incoming first-year student or (2) following application after the completion of at least 45 undergraduate credits. Students may apply for admission to the dual degree program with additional credits, but preferably no later than the end of junior year (i.e., 90 credits). The following materials are required:
- Online application and application fee
- Resume/Curriculum vitae
- Personal statement (up to 550 words, about two pages)
- Official transcript(s) from all institutions attended
- Letters of recommendation (2) from academic and/or professional references
Admission is based on earning a 3.0 minimum GPA and all submitted application items. Students from all undergraduate degree programs are welcome to apply, assuming they have completed four undergraduate courses in art history before completing their baccalaureate degree. Please review the College's frequently asked admissions questions for supplemental requirements.
Application and Enrollment Dates
The program operates on a rolling admissions schedule where students may begin their studies in either the Fall or Spring semester.
Curriculum Requirements
Students in the B.A./M.A. program may complete up to 12 credits of the following courses, in consultation with a graduate program advisor, during undergraduate studies. The remainder of courses are completed following the completion of Bachelor's-level requirements.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| ARMS 6000 | Anatomy of a Museum | 3 |
| ARMS 6505 | History-Theory of Museums | 3 |
| ARMS 6805 | Legal-Ethical Issues Museums | 3 |
| COTC 7110 | Communication Research | 3 |
| COMM 8000 | Communication Research Methods | 3 |
| Subtotal | 15 | |
| Master's Project Required Courses | ||
| COMM 8199 | Sp Tp - Master's Project I | 3 |
| COMM 8200 | Master's Project II | 3 |
| ARMS 7800 | Internship | 3 |
| Subtotal | 9 | |
| Areas of Advanced Study (see below, subject to availability) | 9 | |
| Electives | 6 | |
Any courses in any track other than the one the student has chosen. | ||
| Total Hours | 39 | |
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Electives will be selected in consultation with an academic advisor.
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When a student has completed all undergraduate degree requirements and earned at least 120 credit hours, the student will be awarded their baccalaureate degree. Upon completion of all remaining M.A. requirements and a minimum of 147 credit hours, the student will be awarded their M.A. degree.
Areas of Advanced Study
Students choose one area of advanced study, contingent upon course availability. Always consult with an academic advisor ahead of course registration.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ARMS 6601 | ST - Foundations Musem Ed | 3 |
| ARMS 6815 | Museums and Communities | 3 |
| ARMS 6817 | Audience Rsch Proj Evaluation | 3 |
| Total Hours | 9 | |
Museum Registration
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ARMS 6802 | Object Care | 3 |
| ARMS 6803 | Museum Registration I | 3 |
| ARMS 6818 | Intro Archives Museum Professn | 3 |
| Total Hours | 9 | |
Museum Management
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ARMS 6806 | Museum Fundraising Fundamental | 3 |
| ARMS 6815 | Museums and Communities | 3 |
| COTC 6100 | Intro Organizational Comm | 3 |
| Total Hours | 9 | |
Exhibition Development
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ARMS 6803 | Museum Registration I | 3 |
| ARMS 7001 | SP TP - Museum Exhibition A-Z | 3 |
| ARMS 7002 | Producing an Exhibition | 3 |
| Total Hours | 9 | |
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