Become a leader in historic preservation and learn about the importance of heritage conservation to preserve and create more sustainable built environments. Students in the Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Built Environments program with a Heritage Conservation Emphasis explore the value of historic structures and landscapes and the reasons for preserving and adapting them. The faculty brings a breadth of experience and depth of expertise to coursework, teaching students how the preservation and adaptation of historic structures advance environmental, cultural, and economic sustainability. Students learn the processes and protocols of conservation as well as current issues in historic preservation and resource management. Graduates are prepared for careers as managers at nonprofit organizations, leaders of government agencies, and consultants in heritage conservation and historic preservation.
