The MA in French and British Decorative Arts and Historic Interiors is offered by The University of Buckingham in partnership with

• The Wallace Collection
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  A key element of this unique course is the emphasis on in-gallery teaching and the hands-on study of furniture, silver, textiles and ceramics, where possible in the context of historic interiors. Based in central London, it draws on the outstanding collections of the nearby Wallace Collection and the Victoria and Albert Museum as well as the expertise of the Wallace Collection curatorial staff and other leading specialists who participate in the teaching. See our dedicated

• Academic Staff Page
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  With its focus on first-hand study of decorative art within historic interiors, the programme provides a vocational and rigorous academic training which has enabled our students to pursue careers in museums, interior design, antique dealing, and auctioneering. Some of our past students now work at the Royal Collection, the Wallace Collection, Rienza MFA Houston, the National Trust, English Heritage and Christie’s. The MA also provides an excellent spring-board for students wanting to do a PhD in Art History or related disciplines. (see

• What our students and alumni say
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  The MA is designed to appeal to those wishing to pursue careers in heritage organisations, antique-dealing and auctioneering, museums, conservation, interiors design or university teaching and further research. However, those with a strong personal interest in studying the subject for its own sake are also very welcome.