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University of Sydney (USYD)

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Master of Heritage Conservation

  • Masters (Coursework)

This exciting field of study is much more than the simple preservation of existing buildings.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

About this course

About this course
This exciting field of study is much more than the simple preservation of existing buildings. Instead, by engaging with history, your role is to provide value to building owners, visitors and cultural bodies, all of which have a shared interest in understanding, adapting and preserving our...
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Who is it for?

Graduates from architectural, urban planning, archaeological, historical, engineering or related backgrounds, or the Bachelor of Architecture and Environments, can develop their specialist conservation and adaptive reuse skills through this course. We also welcome applicants from other disciplines.

Urban design and planning at the University of Sydney

Study locations

Camperdown/Darlington

Career pathways

Career paths

Heritage consultant skills are in demand by government and cultural agencies, development firms, historical societies and architectural and urban planning firms. Graduates may also be employed as social commentators, historians or cultural observers. The dual focus of this program building design and policy formation equips you to enter either area, and there are an increasing number of opportunities with government and councils to work on conservation projects within their electorates.

The approaches taught in this program are recognised internationally, and our internationally-focused approach to conservation education makes your skills readily transferrable to other countries.

Students enrolled in this course may be eligible for membership of the Environment Institute of Australian and New Zealand (EIANZ).

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at University of Sydney (USYD).
83.5%
Overall satisfaction
85.9%
Skill scale
79%
Teaching scale
77.5%
Employed full-time
$67.1k
Average salary