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Graduate Certificate of Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies (Online)

Graduate Certificate.
Deakin University

250

in world overall ranking*

13

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This graduate certificate builds foundational skills for work in museums and the cultural heritage sector. You will engage with contemporary theory and practice across galleries, archives, museums and heritage sites, and develop capability to interpret and manage heritage in evolving, audience-focused institutions. The course provides a pathway into further postgraduate study, including progression to Deakin’s master’s programme in the discipline. The programme delivers postgraduate depth in theory, applied practice, and professional standards for specialist career progression.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue entry-level or early-career roles across museums, galleries, archives and heritage organisations. Potential work areas include cultural heritage management, museum operations and public programs, collections support and documentation, and heritage interpretation for community and visitor engagement. This Graduate Certificate in Arts and Humanities can also support career change or professional upskilling for those already volunteering or working in cultural institutions. Preparing graduates for advanced professional, specialist, and leadership roles in the discipline.


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$19,400 per program

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Information

tick icon Duration

0.5 years

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Trimester 1, Trimester 2

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Online

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A568

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconDEAKIN INTERANTIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

tick iconDEAKIN ALUMNI POSTGRADUATE BURSARY

15% of reduction per unit

tick iconDEAKIN WARRNAMBOOL RESIDENTIAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of accommodation fees

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