dual degree Historic Preservation and Real Estate Development at University of Maryland, College Park

Programme overview

Based in the School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation, the Historic Preservation Program is a collaboration of faculty from across the University--from the departments of American Studies, Anthropology, Architecture, History, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Studies and Planning, as well as the National Trust Library. Our shared goal is educating professionals for work in a wide range of preservation organizations. Research on historic preservation issues is also a focus of the Program, pursued through faculty and student projects, in partnership with preservation organizations and University partners.

Faculty: Architecture | Duration: 66 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: College Park, MD, United States

What you will study

Required courses include History, Theory, and Practice of Historic Preservation, Historical Research Methods, Preservation Policy and Planning, Social and Ethnic Issues in Historic Preservation Practice, Historic Preservation Law, Advocacy and Public Policy, Historic Preservation Studio Workshop. The degree requires 66 credits in total.

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Entry requirements

Graduate admission requirements: Statement of Purpose: Statement of Purpose – In addition to the stated requirements, students should discuss specific interest in pursuing a concurrent dual degree within two programs. Transcript(s) TOEFL/IELTS/PTE ( international graduate students ) | Programme-specific: Letters of Recommendation (3) CV/Resume Skills Assessment (in the online application): This assessment is not used in determining your admission to the program. Self assessments are used for placing students into the proper sequence of courses once admitted. Writing Sample: A writing sample of at least 10-30 pages. This can be previous individual academic or professional work. It does not necessarily have to be related to historic preservation or real estate, however a related topic is preferred. The writing sample should demonstrate the ability to analyze a problem/question and clearly communicate your findings. Upload to the Writing Sample of the Uploads Requirements section of the online application. Portfolio PDF Upload (optional) Description of Research/Work Experience (optional) Must be admitted by both programs to pursue dual degree. All applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. There is no restriction on the applicants’ previous field of study, and indeed we encourage diversity in all senses. For more admissions information or to apply to the program, please visit our Graduate School website: www.gradschool.umd.edu/admissions

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Each graduate program sets its own admission requirements and deadlines.

Graduate applications are submitted online through the TerpEngage Graduate Admissions System; the application fee is $90 per program applied to (non-refundable). Deadlines are set by each program.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.umd.edu/admissions

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