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Introduction to the Master's Program

The Master's program in Empirical Studies in Museum Education is a second-level master's degree offered by the Department of History, Cultural Heritage, Education, and Society at the University of Rome "Tor Vergata" in conjunction with the University of Rome Tre. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical references and technical skills necessary to analyze the needs of various categories of museum visitors and design specific educational situations.

Program Objectives

The primary objective of this master's program is to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to identify the characteristics of the target audience, interpret the museum as a tool for permanent education, and master a set of appropriate terminology. Additionally, students will learn to correlate the main marketing functions as an organizational context of the museum's educational function, design and evaluate structured educational proposals, and conduct empirical research.

Program Structure and Duration

The Master's program in Empirical Studies in Museum Education is a one-year program consisting of 60 credits. It is taught in Italian and is offered in a teledidactic mode.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for this program, applicants must possess one of the following degrees:

• A Master's degree obtained in accordance with the Ministerial Decree no. 270 of October 22, 2004;
• A Specialist degree obtained in accordance with the Ministerial Decree no. 509 of November 3, 1999;
• A degree obtained under the previous ordinance prior to the Ministerial Decree no. 509 of November 3, 1999.

Target Audience

This program is designed for individuals who wish to deepen their understanding of the theoretical references and acquire the technical skills necessary to analyze the needs of various categories of museum visitors and design specific educational situations.

Professional Profile

The program aims to train professionals in museum education, enabling them to work in museums, cultural institutions, and other related organizations.

Additional Information

For further information about the program, please refer to the attached documents, which include the program statute, admission criteria, and previous year's schedules.

Program Details

• Duration: 1 year
• Credits: 60
• Language: Italian
• Mode: Teledidactic
• Department: Department of History, Cultural Heritage, Education, and Society
• University: University of Rome "Tor Vergata" in conjunction with the University of Rome Tre

Admission

• Requirements: Master's degree, Specialist degree, or a degree obtained under the previous ordinance
• Target Audience: Individuals interested in museum education
• Professional Profile: Museum educator or educator in cultural heritage institutions

Program Structure

• Courses: The program includes a range of courses designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of museum education
• Research: Students will have the opportunity to conduct empirical research in museum education
• Evaluation: Students will be evaluated based on their performance in the courses and the research project

Career Opportunities

• Museum Educator: Work in museums, cultural institutions, and other related organizations
• Cultural Heritage Institutions: Work in cultural heritage institutions, such as historical sites, museums, and galleries
• Education: Pursue a career in education, teaching, and research in museum education and cultural heritage institutions.