Course Description
Museum Studies M.A. students will prepare and present a final professional portfolio demonstrating evidence of skills learned and projects completed in the Museum Studies M.A. program.
Athena Title
Museum Studies Portfolio
Non-Traditional Format
Independent professional portfolio development in consultation with faculty advisor.
Grading System
S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Student learning Outcomes
- Students will learn how to highlight their professional assets in order to obtain a job.
- Students will showcase their professional expertise through the development of a portfolio highlighting projects and skills cultivated through their M.A. coursework in Museum Studies.
- Students will reflect upon their professional practice and career goals.
Topical Outline
- With the approval of the program director, students will consult with their faculty advisor to complete the portfolio requirements for the M.A. in Museum Studies. The portfolio will include: the development of professional job application materials, an overview of the student's accomplishments in the program, highlighting the projects that they have contributed to, and a reflection essay regarding their professional practice and career goals. Students will be expected to attend professional development workshops and schedule informational interviews with professionals in the field in addition to the submission of the portfolio.
