Master in ARCHITECTURE AND HERITAGE

Architecture and Heritage is a master's programme taught in English at Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, in Napoli, Italy. This discipline combines architectural design with the study and conservation of historic buildings, sites, and urban environments, preparing students to work at the intersection of new design and the preservation of the built past. Typical coursework includes architectural design, building conservation techniques, the history of architecture, urban heritage planning, and the technical and regulatory aspects of restoring and adapting historic structures for contemporary use. Students often work on design studio projects focused on heritage sites, learning how to balance conservation principles with the practical needs of modern use. Graduates of architecture and heritage programmes commonly pursue careers in architectural firms specialising in restoration and conservation, heritage management organisations, public agencies responsible for protecting historic sites, and museums or cultural institutions. Career paths include roles such as conservation architect, heritage consultant, urban heritage planner, and positions within public bodies overseeing the protection of historic buildings and districts. Because Italy has an extensive stock of historic architecture, the field offers particular relevance for students interested in working with buildings and urban environments shaped by centuries of layered development. The programme runs for two years and is delivered entirely in English, making it accessible to international students interested in architecture with a heritage focus. Admission is open access, meaning a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification is required to enrol, without a separate entrance examination. This makes the programme suited to students coming from an architecture or design background who want to specialise further in conservation and heritage practice.