Overview

Architectural conservation - the action of conserving built heritage while maintaining its values - is practiced differently across the world; sometimes not at all due to cultural and economic constraints.

All full-time students take instructional classes and a design project in the first two semesters. MSc students then complete a dissertation project.

The Architectural Design for the Conservation of Built Heritage at The University of Strathclyde is informed by the outcomes of the research being carried out at the Architectural Design and Conservation Research Unit (ADCRU). It is a platform for collaboration with both practice and research partners; architectural critique, discussion and debate are fundamental parts of the course.

Careers

Areas of employment for graduates are numerous. They can work as independent professionals in conservation or for architectural firms all over the worlds.

Potential careers include:

conservation architect in architectural firms

conservation engineer in engineering firms

conservation Officer in local authorities

work in UK government agencies: Historic Scotland, English Heritage, CadW and the Environment and Heritage Service in Northern Ireland

architect/conservation officer in other countries for government and local authorities

work in UK and internationally architect/conservation officer for conservation organisations and charities such as UNESCO, ICOMOS, Council of Europe, ICCROM

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory of Conservation

Architectural and Construction History

Legislation and Regulations

Survey

Preliminary Studies and Investigations in Architectural Heritage

Materials and Decay

Urban Design History

Urban Theory

Real Estate Development

Urban Design Policy and Practice

Sustainability

Construction Project Management

Building Information Management

Urban Landscape Design

Cultural and Behavioural Factors in Architecture and Urbanism

Conservation Design Project

Structural Repairs and Strengthening

Conservation Materials Technology

Dissertation & Elaboration of Conservation Design Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There’s no formal closing date for postgraduate applications

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally a first or second-class Honours degree (or international equivalent) in Architecture, Structural or Civil Engineering.

Consideration will also be given to candidates with other relevant professional qualifications in a discipline related to the built environment and/or professional experience.

Evidence of motivation will be sought. A portfolio of project work may be required from studio-based first qualification holders.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30250 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

14250 GBP / year

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Additional Details

England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £14,250

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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