MA Architecture: Building and Heritage Conservation 

The MA Architecture, Building and Heritage Conservation course at the University of Portsmouth provides students with a unique opportunity to learn about the rich architectural heritage of the UK and beyond. This full-time, one-year course is specifically designed for students seeking detailed knowledge about the history, use, conservation, and development of architectural heritage.Course Content: As a part of the course, students study social, political and economic factors and the many ways in which buildings and other physical environment features are created, and transformed over time. The curriculum combines theory with practical application, ensuring that students are well-equipped to apply their knowledge in the field. Additionally, students will undertake practical conservation work in a supervised work-based placement.Key Modules: The course includes core modules such as Principles of Conservation, Research and Dissemination, Assessment and Management of Built Heritage and Dissertation or Major Project. Optional modules allow students to explore topics such as Architectural Design, Historic Building Information Modelling, Environmental Policy and Law for the Built Environment, Design Economics and Cost Planning.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).Future Careers: Graduates with an MA in Architecture, Building and Heritage Conservation can find employment opportunities in architectural conservation, heritage, built environment practice, town planning, and construction. Graduates can also choose research and teaching in the architectural conservation and building heritage fields.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.