Heritage Preservation Degree

Program Overview

This program prepares students for careers in historic preservation and heritage conservation. Students learn conservation processes, protocols, and current issues in preservation and resource management. The program emphasizes the role of preservation and adaptation of historic structures in advancing environmental, cultural, and economic sustainability. Graduates are qualified for management positions at nonprofits, government agencies, and consulting firms specializing in preservation and conservation.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Sample Courses:
• SBE 221: History of the Built Environment
• ARC 471S: History and Theory of Architecture: Contemporary Architecture

Careers:

• Graduates are prepared for careers as managers at nonprofit organizations, leaders of government agencies, and consultants in heritage conservation and historic preservation.

Other:

• Students learn the processes and protocols of conservation as well as current issues in historic preservation and resource management.
• The faculty bring a breadth of experience and depth of expertise to coursework, teaching students how the preservation and adaptation of historic structures advances environmental, cultural and economic sustainability.