MA in Preservation Studies in Boston United States | Boston University

Preservation Studies

The Preservation Studies Program prepares students for rewarding careers in historic conservation and managing cultural heritage resources. Boston and New England have long been pioneers in the national historic preservation movement while making significant global impacts. Environmentally conscious stewardship is deeply embedded in Boston University's institutional values, and the Preservation Studies Program thrives within this dynamic educational environment. Students can pursue either an MA in Preservation Studies or a combined JD/MA in Law and Preservation Studies.

Degree requirements: The MA program can be finished in three full-time semesters or taken part-time. Participants must complete 12 graduate-level courses (48 credits). The MA curriculum consists of three key elements: academic coursework, a capstone project, and practical internship experience.

Learning outcomes: The MA in Preservation Studies equips students with professional skills for careers in historic conservation and cultural resource management. Through classroom instruction and practical applications like preservation planning and historical investigation, students gain comprehensive knowledge. They examine architectural heritage and cultural landscapes in courses led by distinguished faculty from various University departments and accomplished preservation professionals working at regional and national levels.