Museum Studies: Certificate Course
Course Duration: 14 March to 31 May 2026
Classes on: Saturdays and Sundays
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Mode: Online
Eligibility: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline.
Age: 21 years and above
Kolkata Centre for Creativity presents an Online Certificate Course on Museum Studies, developed in collaboration with the Centre for Studies in Museology, University of Jammu. This first-of-its-kind comprehensive course is designed for individuals interested in museums, heritage, and cultural institutions.
This intensive online programme combines theoretical grounding in museology with practical, hands-on training. Participants will gain essential knowledge and professional skills required to work in museums, cultural centres, and archives. The course is suitable for both fresh graduates and in-service professionals seeking to strengthen their expertise.
The curriculum covers key areas such as documentation of cultural objects, exhibition development, conservation practices, museum management, education, and community engagement. With a strong focus on skill-building, the course enables participants to plan, organise, and implement museum-related projects aligned with international standards, while fostering critical thinking around the preservation and dissemination of cultural heritage.
Key Learning Areas:
- Heritage Identification: Learn how to recognize Cultural and Natural Heritage objects.
- Collection & Acquisition: Understand how museums and cultural centres collect objects responsibly and ethically.
- Documentation: Gain practical skills to record and document Tangible, Intangible, and Natural Heritage.
- Conservation Practices: Learn simple and effective methods to prevent damage and conserve heritage objects.
- Exhibition Planning: Explore how to plan engaging exhibitions using technology and creative display tools.
- Museum Practice: Understand what makes museums more effective, accessible, and relevant today.
- Cultural Tourism: Learn how museums and cultural centres can become important cultural tourism destinations.
- Community Engagement: Understand how museums and cultural organisations can support and engage local communities.
