Certificate in Museum Studies

University of Cincinnati

Museum Studies or Museology is the study of Museums. It explains the history of museums and their role in society, as well as the activities they engage in, including curating, preservation, public programming, and education. Students can take courses in history, public history, anthropology, art history, art education, and sciences. We are actively reviewing courses for consideration and adding additional course options on an ongoing basis.This program is currently focused on three main areas of museum studies: Exhibitions: Curation of physical and digital, exhibitions, design and planning of exhibitions, and the use of art in the public space. Collections: Curation of collections, conservation, preservation, data management and tracking assets. Education: Public programs within a museum, community putreach, and artist-led initiatives.