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Architectural Conservation at University of Kent - UCAS

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Course summary

The MSc in Architectural Conservation is a taught course aimed at professionals and academics world-wide with an interest in architectural heritage including architects, engineers, archaeologists, art historians, geographers and surveyors. This course is fully recognised by The Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC). The course provides both a thorough understanding of architectural heritage and the skills required to contribute to the preservation and development of historic sites. Benefiting from its location in the historic city of Canterbury, the programme combines the study of conservation theory and philosophy with an exploration of the technical aspects of repair and reconstruction. The city’s stunning cathedral provides students with an education resource, giving them the opportunity to learn from the conservation of a World Heritage Site. Open to students and professionals with an interest in architectural heritage, the course represents an ideal gateway to a career in demanding professional fields, such as conservation-oriented architectural practice, conservation consultancy and heritage management. As the future leaders in these fields, the course’s graduates are expected to play a central role in disciplines that lie at the centre of the current economic, environmental and social agendas.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Historic Building Conservation, Institute for

How to apply

International applicants

For detailed information see our English language requirements web pages: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/english-language-requirements Please note that if you are required to meet an English language condition, we offer a number of pre-sessional courses in English for Academic Purposes through Kent International Pathways. Please see our International Student website for entry requirements by country and other relevant information: https://www.kent.ac.uk/international/countries. Due to visa restrictions, students who require a student visa to study cannot study part-time unless undertaking a distance or blended-learning programme with no on-campus provision.

Entry requirements

A first or 2.1 in architecture or a related discipline (eg, engineering, surveying, planning, geography, archaeology, art history, heritage management). Applicants may be required to attend an interview or to submit a portfolio showing aptitude for the subject and appropriate ability. Applicants who are unable to attend an interview will be asked to send a portfolio or sample of their written work. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. This course requires a Very Good level of English language, equivalent to B2 on CEFR. For more information regarding English language requirements, please visit our English language requirements webpage: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/english-language-requirements


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Architectural Conservation at University of Kent - UCAS