Built Heritage
Architecture
A course by
University of Auckland
The Built Heritage specialisation addresses the conservation, future use and development of historic buildings, from preservation through to adaptive reuse.
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Understand heritage conservation theory and practice
Gain a multidisciplinary understanding of principles and methodologies in heritage conservation.
Assess heritage value and building condition
Develop skills to evaluate how buildings were constructed, determine their historic value, and assess what is necessary for their ongoing preservation.
Understand legal and policy frameworks
Identify the key legislative and policy factors affecting the conservation and reuse of historic buildings.
What You're Signing Up For
Built Heritage at the University of Auckland equips students with comprehensive knowledge in the conservation and future use of historic and modern buildings. The program explores heritage conservation theory and practice, methods of assessing heritage value, legislative and policy aspects, and strategies to ensure the longevity of buildings. Students can engage with multidisciplinary areas including architecture, art history, museums and cultural heritage, and sociology.
Course Content
- Heritage conservation theory and practice
- Assessment of historic and modern buildings
- Building construction methods (historic and modern)
- Heritage value assessment
- Building conservation and maintenance
- Legislation and policy for heritage buildings
- Multidisciplinary study in architecture, art history, museums and cultural heritage, sociology
- Adaptive reuse of historic buildings
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Architecture
Heritage Conservation
Government (central and local)
Museums and Cultural Heritage
Future employment opportunities might be
Conservation or heritage consultant
Heritage advisor in government
Heritage advisory roles in private organizations
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