Master of Arts HES-SO in Conservation-Restoration
Advance your expertise in heritage preservation and preventive conservation with a specialized Master's degree.
Best for:Best for Bachelor's graduates in conservation seeking professional qualification and specialized training in heritage asset restoration.
Overview
The Master of Arts HES-SO in Conservation-Restoration is designed for graduates holding a Bachelor's degree in conservation or an equivalent qualification. Jointly offered by the Swiss Conservation-Restoration Campus (SCRC)—which includes higher education institutions in Bern, Lugano, and Neuchâtel, along with the Abegg Foundation—the curriculum emphasizes curative preservation and heritage asset management. This comprehensive 120 ECTS program provides the mandatory qualification for independent professional practice across eight specialized orientations. Students engage in rigorous practical and theoretical training to master the technical and ethical dimensions of protecting cultural heritage.
What you'll do
- Complete 120 ECTS credits across specialized conservation-restoration orientations
- Implement curative preservation measures on diverse heritage objects
- Collaborate across partner institutions within the Swiss Conservation-Restoration Campus
- Conduct professional conservation practices meeting industry standards
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor in conservation or equivalent title
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: French
Instruction: French
- Foundational knowledge in heritage conservation principles
- Practical experience in material analysis and artifact handling
- Ability to undertake specialized coursework in one of eight curricular orientations
- Hold a Bachelor's degree in conservation or a recognized equivalent qualification
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Interested candidates should submit their application through the official HES-SO master's application portal. Ensure all required academic credentials and proof of prerequisite degrees are attached according to the university guidelines.
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