Study

With a suite of MA and PhD programmes on museology, heritage and arts management, the Institute offers you a unique opportunity for fascinating and productive study, research and professional development, enriched by the vibrant cultural environment of Manchester.

Explore our options for postgraduate study and research.

Gain practice-based experience around real-life settings that bring you in collaborative partnership with cultural organisations and help you develop career skills.

Get work experience and skills and build your networks in an arts or cultural organisation in Manchester and the North West of England.

Every year students curate a collection, develop exhibitions and produce cultural events in Manchester.

Research and teaching are supported by rich resources within the University and city of Manchester.

Your qualification can open doors to a number of career prospects across the world.