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School of Engineering

PROGRAM

Conservation and Restoration of Historical Structures and Monuments

MSc

The Postgraduate Program in Conservation and Restoration of Historical Structures and Monuments is awarded in the public sector and provides students with the necessary training to be able to staff relevant public services, work as freelancers and engage in research activities.

Recognized by DOATAP as being of equal status with equivalent of Greek universities.

Conservation and Restoration of Historical Structures and Monuments

Level of study: Master

Language of instruction: Greek

Type of study: Distance learning

Duration of study:
3 academic semesters (full-time)

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Students must successfully complete 30 ECTS, from the following list of courses:

No. Code Course Title ECTS
1 DLMACOM20 Conservation Theory And Implementation 10
2 DLMACOM21 Documentation And Constructional Analysis I 10
3 DLMACOM22 Conservation Methods And Techniques I 10

 

Master’s Thesis

Students must successfully complete 30 ECTS, from the following list of courses:

No. Code Course Title ECTS
1 DLMACOM29 MASTER THESIS I 10
2 DLMACOM30 MASTER THESIS II 20

STUDY INFORMATION & ATTENDANCE METHODS

All distance learning programs of the University are offered through the e-learning method. For this purpose, students who apply to register in these programs, in addition to the academic requirements of each program, must satisfy the following:

  1. Have access to a computer with speakers. Ideally, but not necessarily, a camera connected to their computer.
  2. Have access to the Internet.

The student’s evaluation and the final grade of each course result from the netting of the graded educational activities during the semester and the final exam.

Specialization courses

Specialization courses (Choice between direction (a) Architecture, (b) Civil Engineering)

Students must successfully complete 30 ECTS, from the following list of courses:

(a) Specialization of Architecture

No. Code Course Title ECTS
1 DLMACOM23 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES AND BUILDING COMPLEXES 10
2 DLMACOM24 DOCUMENTATION AND CONSTRUCTIONAL ANALYSIS II 10
3 DLMACOM25 CONSERVATION METHODS AND TECHNIQUES II 10

 

(b) Specialization in Civil Engineering

No. Code Course Title ECTS
1 DLMACOM26 MASONRY ENGINEERING AND MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY 10
2 DLMACOM27 STATIC AND EARTHQUAKE ANALYSIS OF HISTORICAL BUILDING SYSTEMS 10
3 DLMACOM28 GEOTECHNICAL SURVEYS AND FOUNDATIONS 10

No. Code Course Title ECTS
1 DLMACOM20 CONSERVATION THEORY AND IMPLEMENTATION 10
2 DLMACOM21 DOCUMENTATION AND CONSTRUCTIONAL ANALYSIS I 10
3 SPECIALIZATION ELECTIVE 10
TOTAL 30

 

No. Code Course Title ECTS
1 DLMACOM22 CONSERVATION METHODS AND TECHNIQUES I 10
2 DLMACOM29 MASTER THESIS I 10
3 SPECIALIZATION ELECTIVE 10
TOTAL 30
No. Code Course Title ECTS
1 DLMACOM30 MASTER THESIS II 20
2 SPECIALIZATION ELECTIVE 10
TOTAL 30

The innovative Postgraduate Program in Conservation and Restoration of Historical Structures and Monuments aims to protect and highlight architectural heritage. Its purpose is the specialized training of scientists in the identification, historical-typological analysis, evaluation and restoration intervention of historical ensembles from antiquity to modern times. Through an interdisciplinary approach, the program cultivates respect for the monument as a complex entity of historical memory and sustainable development.

The program is differentiated for its emphasis on Structural Analysis. Students learn to diagnose structural problems and propose appropriate conservation and reinforcement measures, based on local conditions and seismic activity. Theory is directly linked to practice through two three-day educational visits to monuments in Greece and Cyprus, where documentation, materials and pathology issues are examined on site.

The postgraduate program is taught by renowned architects and civil engineers with many years of restoration experience. Students acquire specialized knowledge of international legislation, traditional structural systems and modern intervention principles (compatibility, reversibility).

Upon completion of their studies, graduates possess the necessary know-how and scientific methodology to staff competent bodies, to respond effectively as researchers to market needs, or to continue their course towards obtaining a PhD.

Upon completion of the program, postgraduate students are expected to be able to:

  • Understand international legislation, maps and principles governing interventions in monuments and traditional buildings.
  • Record, depict and recognize the various local and international historical structural systems.
  • Assess the existing condition, the pathology of the materials and the vulnerability elements of the structures.
  • Select and apply appropriate methods and materials for maintenance, repair, restoration and reuse works.
  • Simulate and analyze with specialized software the static and anti-seismic adequacy of the superstructure and foundation.
  • Collaborate effectively at an interdisciplinary level with all the specialties involved for the protection and promotion of the monuments.
  • Apply in practice the international principles of reversibility, compatibility and durability of interventions over time.
  • Organize the work of the construction site, implementing safety measures, technical support and the necessary environmental studies.
  • Understand basic complementary subjects such as archaeology, museology, special lighting, insulation and management of environmental conditions.
  • Possess the necessary scientific background to continue their studies at the doctoral level.

The program is aimed at university graduates from related scientific fields, such as Civil Engineers, Architects, Archaeologists or other technical and humanistic specialties related to cultural heritage and construction. It concerns individuals who wish to specialize in the conservation and restoration of monuments and historical buildings, aim for professional employment in design offices, technical services or cultural heritage bodies and are interested in an interdisciplinary approach to restoration projects.

Admission Criteria

For admission to the postgraduate study program, candidates are required to hold a Higher Education degree from a higher education institution in Greece (A.E.I., T.E.I.) or abroad (recognized by DOATAP).

Required Documents

  • Completed University Admission Application
  • Copy of Identification Card
  • Copy of Degree and Detailed Academic Transcript of University/Technical Institute Degree
  • Copy of Master’s Degree and Detailed Academic Transcript (if available)

 

Application Submission and Evaluation Process

All the above supporting documents are collected and sent to the email address info@frederick.ac.cy

Subsequently, the Program Committee evaluates the candidate’s file and officially informs them of the outcome of the procedure, sending a relevant decision approving or rejecting the registration application.

In case of approval of the application, the candidate is informed of the next steps of the procedure and receives all the necessary information for the start of their studies.