Salary guide
Museum Curator
- Average salary
- £25,000 – £50,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
HeritageMuseums
- The UK has over 2,500 museums
Other names this job is known by
- Collections Curator
- Exhibition Curator
Key responsibilities
- Manage museum collections and exhibitions
- Research and acquire artefacts
- Develop and deliver educational programmes
- Liaise with donors and stakeholders
- Prepare grant applications and reports
- Organise events and outreach
- Ensure conservation and documentation
- Promote the museum
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in history, archaeology, or museum studies
- Postgraduate qualification (advantageous)
- Experience in museums or heritage roles
- Research and project management skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Curator
- Head of Collections
- Museum Director
- Academic roles
How to get the job
- Study history, archaeology, or museum studies
- Complete a relevant degree or postgraduate course
- Gain experience in museums or heritage roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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