Program overview
Cultural Heritage and Museology, simply put, is the study of "old things" and "how to display old things." You'll learn how to date a piece of porcelain, restore an ancient painting, plan an exhibition that visitors can understand, and even use digital technology to bring artifacts to life. Core courses include Introduction to Archaeology, Museology, Artifact Appraisal and Restoration, Cultural Heritage Protection, and Chinese Art History. There are plenty of hands-on classes, such as examining bronze corrosion under a microscope in the lab or conducting field surveys to document ancient architecture. This major is perfect for those who are curious about history, enjoy hands-on work, and are detail-oriented and patient. If you loved visiting museums as a child or were fascinated by the stories behind old objects, this will be a great fit. Chinese universities have unique advantages in this field: Peking University boasts a top-tier School of Archaeology and Museology, while Fudan University and Zhejiang University lead in digital cultural heritage. Many schools also collaborate with the Palace Museum, the National Museum of China, and local museums, offering real internship opportunities.