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art/history degree
I am wanting to go back to school. i want to do something art/history wise like work in an art history museum or work at an auction place. something where i dont have to be my own boss. I do not want to teach it. any idea how many years of school i would have to go for something like this. or what kind of degree i would need?
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It depends a bit on what kind of work you'd specifically like to be doing.
An undergraduate degree in Art History is what will get you started. You could do a more general arts program, but it does sound like you specifically want Arts History, so look for that.
Afterwards, you might find you need to do a bit more certification or continuing ed to qualify for type of jobs at museum you’d like. Those jobs are somewhat competitive to get, and large museums will look more favorably on someone who took special courses during their education, or did additional courses in things curating exhibits, museum preservation and archiving practices, and education.
Also, ask the people you talk to at schools you’re applying to. They probably know some graduates, how they got there and what they are doing. There are many paths, but the one’s I know of in my country are generally that you get a degree in history, and then do some 1 or 2 year certificate program (full time or part time) to get your qualifications to work hands on in the museum. Depending on your area and what you want to do, you might not need the extra school.
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