Undergraduate Certificate in Historic Preservation in Philadelphia United States | Temple University

The Certificate in Historic Preservation offers students across various disciplines the chance to deepen their understanding of architectural history and explore its practical applications in historical built environments. Open to all undergraduate students except those majoring in Architecture or Historic Preservation, this program particularly benefits those studying fields like community development (focusing on community engagement and policy), art history (emphasizing artistic and architectural heritage), or public history (concentrating on cultural aspects of history). The 15-credit curriculum combines Architectural History surveys with core Preservation courses, providing both foundational knowledge and hands-on experience with contemporary preservation challenges. This certificate serves as an excellent enhancement to students' primary degree programs while introducing them to key concepts and real-world projects in the preservation field.