Archaeology: Heritage and Museum Studies

The master's programme in Heritage and Museum Studies at Leiden University focuses on the relationships between past and present, the role of heritage in our society, and how our heritage can contribute to improving the quality of life and the environment. Seen from an archaeological perspective and in so far as they are relevant to heritage management and modern museum practices, this master's specialisation combines academic and practical aspects of cultural and landscape studies, politics, cultural theory and the environmental sciences. This fascinating journey will take you through current approaches and ethical issues and allows you to experience some of them in daily practice.Why Heritage and Museum Studies at Leiden University?

• Study at a Faculty that has quite rightly earned a place in the top ten of archaeology research and teaching institutes in the world.
• Benefit from our large network in international research.
• Gain a solid basis for a national or international career in archaeology, heritage management, heritage policy or the museum world.