Bachelor in Architecture Sciences for Heritage

Tuition comes to 2,446 USD per year.

Architecture Sciences for Heritage is a three-year bachelor's program taught in English at Politecnico di BARI, located in Bari, Italy. This discipline applies the principles of architecture to the specific challenge of understanding, conserving, and adapting historic buildings and heritage sites. Students typically study architectural design and history alongside specialized coursework in conservation techniques, restoration methods, and the materials and construction practices used in historic structures. Coursework often covers how to assess the condition of aging buildings, plan interventions that preserve their historical and cultural value, and balance conservation goals with the practical needs of modern use, whether that means adapting a historic building for contemporary purposes or stabilizing it for long-term preservation. The discipline requires an understanding of architectural history across different periods and styles, as well as the technical skills needed to document, analyze, and intervene in existing structures without compromising their heritage value. Students often engage with case studies of historic buildings and urban environments, learning to read the layers of history embedded in a structure and to propose interventions grounded in both technical and cultural understanding. Given Italy's extensive architectural heritage, spanning many historical periods and styles, the country offers a relevant context for studying conservation and restoration practices. Graduates of this type of program typically pursue careers as architects specializing in heritage conservation, working for public heritage authorities, conservation firms, or architectural practices focused on restoration projects. Others move into roles supporting urban conservation planning or heritage management within cultural institutions. Some continue into master's-level study to deepen their technical expertise in restoration engineering or heritage management. The program's English-language instruction supports an international student body drawn to the study of architectural heritage.