MScConservation Science and Technology for Cultural Heritage
| Study location | Italy, Mestre |
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| Type | Master's degree, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 2 years (120 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | MSc |
| Course code | CM60/GGG/2018 |
| Tuition fee | €2,300 per year |
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| Application fee | €30 one-time This non-refundable fee allows you to apply for admission to a maximum of two programmes of study. |
| Entry qualification | Minimum 3-year bachelor's degree (or higher) A minimum three-year undergraduate degree is required. Admission to this master’s degree programme is also subject to the satisfaction of specific minimum curricular requirements. PLEASE NOTE: The minimum requirements described here below were approved for the evaluation of candidates applying for admission in 2024/2025. The requirements for admission in 2025/2026 will be updated here as soon as they are available. MINIMUM CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS In order to be eligible for admission, you must have obtained at least 48 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System credits) or the equivalent in the following fields:
In order to determine if you satisfy these curricular requirements, the programme’s Teaching Committee will evaluate your undergraduate transcript of records and examine your CV. READ MORE ABOUT THE PRELIMINARY EVALUATION OF YOUR APPLICATION READ MORE ABOUT THE MINIMUM CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS (to be updated soon for 2025/2026) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Italian. If your documents are not in English or Italian, please upload the original documentation or a verified copy of it AS WELL AS a professional translation in English or Italian. You can obtain professional translations either in your country or in Italy, and they can be issued by professional translators, a local court of law or court interpreters. |
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| Language requirements | English A minimum B2-level knowledge of English is mandatory for enrolment. LANGUAGE CERTIFICATIONS WE RECOGNIZE You can apply to this programme even if you have yet to obtain a language certification, but you will need to provide one in order to complete your enrolment. Please note: Ca’ Foscari University does not conduct any test to assess your knowledge of English as part of the application procedure. |
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| Other requirements | A motivation letter must be added to your application. |
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Overview
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
This programme trains you as an expert in cultural heritage conservation by applying an interdisciplinary approach that incorporates the study of chemistry, physics, biology, computer science and geology.
The programme’s study plan prepares you to make use of a wide range of modern restoration and conservation technologies as well as design new ones while also equipping you with the knowledge and experience you need to plan and execute prevention and maintenance projects and to study artefacts in a conservational context.
Since the study programme emphasises hands-on experience, you will get to practice what you are learning in a city that is exceptionally rich with artistic and cultural heritage.
EXPLORE THIS PROGRAMME’S STUDY PLAN
Programme structure
This programme includes the following components:
- course work
- curricular internship, which can be carried out in Italy or abroad
- final thesis
You can also apply to carry out one or two semesters at a partner university through Ca’ Foscari’s exchange programmes.
EXPLORE OUR EXCHANGE PROGRAMMES
Career opportunities
As a graduate, you will be a trained conservation scientist, a technical and scientific expert in the conservation of cultural heritage, so you’ll be ready to launch a career with both public and private organisations as well as businesses and laboratories specializing in restoration and conservation.
Possible career opportunities include:
- Museum technician
- Restorer
- Cultural consultant
- Restoration technology development
The programme also allows you to continue your studies with a doctorate in chemistry.
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Central European Time
This is the first admission round for the 2025/26 academic year. To see the others in which you are eligible to apply, insert your citizenship on this platform’s homepage and then consult the relevant news item that appears in the homepage’s news section.