The Graduate Program in Historic Preservation at the University of Kentucky is based on field study, research, and community activism. The program documents and interprets historic buildings and landscapes, and advocates for their renovation, conservation, renewal, and adaptive re-use. The University of Kentucky adopts an interdisciplinary approach to the investigation of buildings and landscapes, drawing on the disciplines of architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, engineering, anthropology, archaeology, geography, and history. From these perspectives the program seeks to enhance the relationship between design and historic preservation at every scale and in all situations involving our built heritage.

Our core curriculum provides a basis from which students may explore their own interests through a wide range of electives. Students test their understanding of preservation on actual projects through our internship program, preparing themselves for many possible career paths.

Applications are invited from individuals with degrees in architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, urban planning, engineering, geography, American history, anthropology, archaeology, American Studies, and in other related disciplines.

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