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Start a career in museum or gallery work

Museum and Gallery Studies Ontario College Graduate Certificate program

Learn the foundation of all museum and gallery work. Network with museum and gallery professionals. Work with Georgian College’s The Campus Gallery and extensive art/ceramic collection. Engaged curriculum and experiential learning opportunities prepare students for their internship.

Program code MUSM
Duration 1 Year
Credential Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Program Delivery Full-time
Program delivery method(s) In person What does this mean?

Program information

Program description

Students acquire a comprehensive foundation in museum and gallery work. They develop capabilities in the main technical areas common to all museums and galleries: conservation and collections management, exhibition design, public programming, and administration. Students advance their existing knowledge through a blend of engaging academic instruction and experiential learning opportunities such as technical practice and an internship.

Intake information

Start dateCampus
Fall 2024 Barrie

Tuition and fees

Work-integrated learning

  • This program includes an internship component. During your final semester, you’ll take part in a supervised, structured work opportunity and apply your academic knowledge in a setting directly related to your program.
  • Learn about types of work-integrated learning at Georgian.

What are the admission requirements for the Museum and Gallery Studies program?

Museum and Gallery Studies admission requirements

  • Post-secondary diploma or degree, or equivalent work experience 

What career paths can I take in the museum and gallery industry?

Your Museum and Gallery Studies graduate certificate gives you many career opportunities

Graduates of this program will be prepared to work in a variety of positions within the museum and gallery industry, including:

  • museum/gallery conservator assistant,
  • museum registrar,
  • collection technician,
  • curatorial assistant,
  • educator,
  • animateur,
  • museum extension officer,
  • exhibition technician

Graduates may also find employment in museums and galleries in areas related to visitor services, marketing and publishing.

Yasmeen, student of the Museum and Gallery Studies program
I have loved my experience in the Museum and Gallery Studies program! There is so much hands-on experience and practical knowledge, and you get to help run a Gallery with public programs and work with artists and professionals.Yasmeen Kazak, graduate of Museum and Gallery Studies program

Why take Museum and Gallery Studies at Georgian College?

  • Network with museum and gallery professionals.
  • Work with Georgian College’s The Campus Gallery and extensive art/ceramic collection.
  • Engaged curriculum and experiential learning opportunities.

In the Museum and Gallery Studies program, students should prepare themselves for a fun and focused year where we are engaged with Museum and Gallery work, not just learning about the legacy of the past, but also being a part of the change that moves this field of study forward.

Amy Bagshaw, Faculty

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

How long is the Museum and Gallery Studies program?Georgian College Chevron

Museum and Gallery Studies in a 3-semester certificate program. Semesters 1 and 2 are spent in class whereas semester 3 is spent developing a portfolio and gaining work experience through a summer internship.

Does the program provide any hands-on learning experiences or internships?Georgian College Chevron

Yes, Museum and Gallery Studies students can expect to receive hands-on experience setting up exhibits in our on-campus gallery and during their summer internship.

What courses are included in the Museum and Gallery Studies graduate certificate program?

Course overview

13 Program Courses
1 Internship

Program-specific courses

Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the Museum and Gallery Studies program outline.

  • MUSM 1000 – Understanding Museums and Galleries
  • MUSM 1001 – Curatorial Practices
  • MUSM 1002 – Collection Management
  • MUSM 1003 – Exhibition Design
  • MUSM 1004 – Museum and Gallery Management
  • MUSM 1006 – Preventative Conservation Techniques

Your course delivery method(s)

In person

This program is delivered fully in person and requires you to attend campus.

Please note, delivery methods are based on planning for the upcoming semester and are subject to change.

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