Blend a love of the past with your future. Designed for working professionals and graduate students in related fields, the certificate can be taken exclusively online, through classes at the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, or with a combination of online and in-person courses. The Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation examines the history and theory of preservation and provides training in architectural history, revitalization, adaptive reuse, and preservation policy.
The certificate helps architects, planners, engineers, and other professionals expand their knowledge and develop specialized areas of practice. As a graduate of the program, you will be able to:
The certificate consists of two required courses and two electives. All students take HP 601: Introduction to Historic Preservation, and HP 602: Historic Preservation Law. Students then select two electives. Courses on architectural history, preservation planning, cultural resource management, and sustainable development are routinely offered. Admission requires an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. GRE scores are not required.
Applicants must meet the Graduate School admission requirements.
Required Courses
HP 601: Introduction to Historic Preservation
HP 602: Historic Preservation Law
Electives
HP 501: Cultural Landscapes and Historic Preservation
HP 613: Historical Structural Systems and Building Materials
HP 617: Historic Preservation Planning
HP 615: American Settlement Patterns
HP 670: Rethinking Preservation: Ethics, Public Policy, and Heritage Resources
HP 675: Architectural History for Preservation Practice
*Other courses may be substituted with faculty approval
College of Design
Department of Historic Preservation
Gray Design Building
349 Scott Street | Lexington KY 40506
257-7617
