Master of Architecture + Master of Science in Historic Preservation
The Weitzman School of Design offers a unique opportunity for students interested in the intersection of architecture and historic preservation. The dual-degree program between the Master of Architecture and Master of Science in Historic Preservation enables students to earn both degrees in four years (compared to five years of study to complete the degrees separately).
This program has strict course sequencing to avoid time conflicts. Students begin the program by completing the first two years of the standard M.Arch course of study, followed by a blend of Historic Preservation and Architecture coursework in Years 3 and 4. To complete the degree in four years, students must begin in the Master of Architecture program and be accepted to the Historic Preservation program no later than spring of Year 2 in M.Arch. Students who begin in Historic Preservation and are accepted to the M.Arch program no later than spring of Year 1 in MSHP are still invited to complete the dual-degree program but will need to work with academic advisors from both programs to develop a course of study. In this scenario, students should not expect to complete the dual-degree in 4 years and will need at least one additional semester of part-time study.
Both the Master of Architecture and Master of Science in Historic Preservation degree programs are STEM-designated.
A total of 38 CUs (26 from Architecture + 12 from Historic Preservation) are needed for the dual-degree. Both degrees are awarded in the same term, when the requirements for both programs have been completed.
Curriculum
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 5010 | Design Studio I | 2 |
| ARCH 5020 | Design Studio II | 2 |
| ARCH 5110 | History and Theory I | 1 |
| ARCH 5120 | History and Theory II | 1 |
| ARCH 5210 | Visual Studies I | 0.5 |
| ARCH 5220 | Visual Studies II | 0.5 |
| ARCH 6010 | Design Studio III | 2 |
| ARCH 6020 | Design Studio IV | 2 |
| ARCH 7040 | Design Studio VI | 2 |
| ARCH 7060 | Honors Thesis Program 2 | 2 |
| ARCH 5310 | Construction I | 0.5 |
| ARCH 5320 | Construction II | 1 |
| ARCH 5350 | Structures I | 0.5 |
| ARCH 5360 | Structures II | .5 |
| ARCH 6110 | History and Theory III | 1 |
| ARCH 6210 | Visual Studies III | 0.5 |
| ARCH 6310 | D3: Details, Data, Delivery | 0.5 |
| ARCH 6330 | Environmental Systems I | 0.5 |
| ARCH 6340 | Environmental Systems II | .5 |
| ARCH 6360 | Material Formations | 1 |
| ARCH 6710 | Professional Practice I | 0.5 |
| ARCH 7710 | Professional Practice II: The Practice | 1 |
| ARCH Technology Elective (with FMAT attribute) | 1 | |
| ARCH History/Theory Elective (with FMAH attribute) | 1 | |
| ARCH Elective | 1 | |
| HSPV Summer Institute | 0 | |
| HSPV 5210 | The American Built Environment 1 | 1 |
| HSPV 6000 | Documentation, Research, Recording I | 2 |
| HSPV 6010 | Documentation, Research, Recording II | 1 |
| HSPV 6600 | Theories of Historic Preservation | 0.5 |
| HSPV 6610 | Theories of Historic Preservation II | 0.5 |
| HSPV 7010 | Historic Preservation Studio | 2 |
| HSPV 7100 | Thesis I 2 | 1 |
| Four HSPV Electives | 4 | |
| Total Course Units | 38 | |
- 1
Students may substitute an approved History Topics course for American Architecture with approval from the department.
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In their final year, dual-degree students enroll in HSPV 7100: Thesis I (1 CU) in the Fall and ARCH 7060: Thesis (2 CUs) in the Spring.
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2026 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.