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Master of Historic Preservation Curriculum

The following curriculum structure applies to all Historic Preservation degree candidates matriculating in Fall 2009 or later. 

For more information about the courses listed below, see the Course Directory

Class schedules for the current and upcoming semesters are available at Testudo.

Electives are available in HISP and other related departments. 

YEAR ONE

Fall Semester
 
HISP 600: Introductory Seminar in Historic Preservation 3 credits
HISP 611: Historical Research Methods 3 credits
HISP 655: American Vernacular Architecture and Documentation 3 credits
HISP 680: Preservation Economics
3 credits
   
Spring Semester
 
HISP 630: Preservation Policy and Planning 3 credits
HISP 635: Social and Ethnic Issues in Historic Preservation Practice 3 credits
HISP 640: Historic Preservation Law, Advocacy and Public Policy 3 credits
HISP 670: Conservation of Historic Places 3 credits
   
Summer Session
 
HISP 660: Internship in Historic Preservation 3 credits
Optional summer coursework is also available  


YEAR TWO

Fall Semester  
HISP 650: Historic Preservation Studio Workshop 6 credits
HISP 710: Final Seminar in Historic Preservation I 1 credit
Elective* 3 credits
   
Spring Semester
 
HISP 711: Final Seminar in Historic Preservation II 2 credits
Elective* 3 credits
Elective* 3 credits

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