The Master of Science (MS) in Historic Preservation program at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) is a two-year, 60-credit hour graduate curriculum that prepares students for careers in revitalizing our built environment.
Courses are offered in four areas:
- Architectural design
- Physical conservation
- Architectural and social history
- Preservation planning
Each graduate student in the program completes two years of coursework in each of these areas as part of the required curriculum. The program is geared toward full-time study.
Core Courses | Credit Hours |
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Architectural Design | 6 |
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Physical Conservation | 9 |
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Architectural & Social History | 12 |
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Preservation Planning | 12 |
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Electives From Any Department | 15 |
HPRES 6010 Thesis I | 3 |
HPRES 6014 Thesis II | 3 |
Completion of Thesis | |
Completion of Internship (210 Hours) | |
Total Credit Hours | 60 |