Engineering of Building Processes and System - Historic Buildings Rehabilitation
University of Bologna offers a Master of Science in Engineering of Building Processes and System - Historic Buildings Rehabilitation, a two-year, full-time on-campus program that focuses on the restoration and rehabilitation of historic buildings using modern engineering techniques. The program covers key topics such as structural analysis, conservation technologies, building restoration methods, and the integration of sustainability practices in heritage preservation.
Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in heritage conservation, historic building restoration, and construction project management. The University of Bologna provides access to specialized research projects, hands-on fieldwork, and collaborations with heritage organizations, ensuring students gain the practical and technical skills necessary to preserve and restore historic structures.
Key Facts
Program Structure
Semester 1 - Foundations in Engineering of Building Processes and System - Historic Buildings Rehabilitation
- Introduction to Civil Engineering and Historic Preservation
- Building Materials and Structural Integrity
- Restoration Techniques and Regulatory Guidelines
- Research Methods in Building Rehabilitation
Semester 2 - Advanced Building Engineering and Rehabilitation
- Techniques in Historic Building Restoration
- Sustainable Materials and Construction Practices
- Seminar: Innovations in Building Rehabilitation
- Research Project / Fieldwork in Building Engineering
Semester 3 - Specialization & Applied Research
- Rehabilitation of Heritage Buildings and Urban Regeneration
- Structural Repair and Reinforcement Techniques
- Research Project / Fieldwork in Historic Building Engineering
- Elective Modules in Architectural Restoration or Conservation
Semester 4 - Master’s Thesis & Final Project
- Independent Research / Thesis
- Data Analysis and Building Rehabilitation Solutions
- Presentation & Academic Portfolio Development
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Engineering of Building Processes and System - Historic Buildings Rehabilitation program can work in heritage conservation, construction management, and architectural restoration. They can pursue roles as heritage building engineers, restoration consultants, and project managers for historic preservation. Graduates are in demand in the architecture, construction, and heritage conservation sectors, often working for preservation agencies, historical societies, and cultural institutions.
Why Choose This Program
The Engineering of Building Processes and System - Historic Buildings Rehabilitation program combines engineering techniques with architectural restoration principles. Students learn how to preserve and restore historic buildings while incorporating modern building processes and technologies. The program prepares graduates to work in the specialized field of historic building conservation, ensuring the protection and sustainable use of cultural heritage.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +39 051 209 9111
Email: urp@unibo.it
Address: University of Bologna, Via Zamboni 33, 40126 Bologna, Italy
