S. Master · Full-time · On Campus

Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, Italy


Urban regeneration is a narrower brief than architecture in general: the subject is the city that already exists, not the empty site. That shapes the content of this two-year Sapienza degree. Redevelopment strategy and historic preservation appear next to studio work from the first semester onward, and environmental sustainability is treated as a condition imposed by existing fabric rather than as a property of new buildings.
The consequence is a broader set of destinations than a design-only qualification produces. Besides architectural firms, the programme names real estate developers and municipal planning agencies as employers, with graduates working as urban designers, planners and regeneration consultants. The third semester mirrors that division, setting community engagement alongside work on smart cities and sustainability before the closing thesis term. Teaching is in English and on campus in Rome, which places the preservation component of the course in a setting where such constraints are routine.
Sapienza University of Rome offers a two-year, full-time on-campus Master's in Architecture - Urban Regeneration within the Architecture program. This program focuses on the revitalization and sustainable development of urban spaces, integrating architectural design with social, environmental, and economic considerations. Students will explore topics such as urban planning, heritage preservation, and sustainable architecture, preparing them to lead projects that transform cities into more livable and resilient environments.
Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in urban planning, sustainable architecture, and heritage conservation. With hands-on projects and access to expert faculty, students will develop the skills necessary to address the challenges of urban regeneration and contribute to the future of city development.
Semester 1 - Foundations in Architecture - Urban Regeneration
Semester 2 - Advanced Urban Regeneration
Semester 3 - Specialization & Applied Research
Semester 4 - Master’s Thesis & Final Project
Graduates of the Architecture - Urban Regeneration program are well-prepared for careers in urban design, architecture, and sustainable development. They can work as urban designers, architects, planners, and regeneration consultants. With the increasing focus on sustainable urban development, professionals in urban regeneration are in high demand in cities worldwide. Graduates often work in architectural firms, city planning agencies, and real estate development companies, leading projects that rejuvenate urban spaces while focusing on sustainability.
The Architecture - Urban Regeneration program combines architectural design with urban planning and regeneration techniques. Students gain practical experience in designing and implementing sustainable urban solutions, addressing environmental challenges, and enhancing urban spaces. The program’s interdisciplinary approach ensures that graduates are well-equipped to lead regeneration projects and contribute to the development of sustainable cities.
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +39 06 4991 1
Email: urp@uniroma1.it
Address: Sapienza University of Rome, Piazzale Aldo Moro 5, 00185 Rome, Italy
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Rome, Italy
S. Master · Full-time · On Campus

Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, Italy