The aim of the Department Recognising the imperative need for specialising scientists in undertaking responsibly and methodically the preservation, protection and promotion of the unique monumental wealth of Cyprus, Frederick University offers a Postgraduate Program which aims at educating scientists of different specialisations in this field. This is a highly concise and practical program geared towards providing the state-of-the-art skills necessary for immediate entering or re-entering practice at the highest level.
The aim of the program is to fully instruct students not only in the theories of the deontology and methodology concerning the protection and restoration of historical buildings, but also in the practices regarding materials and technologies, which are nowadays internationally applied in restoration projects. The program also aims to provide further technical knowledge in the area of conservation and restoration of historical structures and monuments and it is intended to provide the educational platform to encourage the development of competent, confident and inquisitive postgraduates who are able to link restoration and conservation theory with practice.
Through the process of close examination and identification of the subject-matter, the students acquire the necessary assets allowing them to formulate compatible proposals for repairing, reinforcing, restoring or even changing the use of a historical building. The successful completion of the program requires also the submission of a research paper and a master’s thesis, covering a topic related to conservation and restoration of monuments or other relevant historical structures.
The language of instruction is Greek.
Upon successful completion of this program, the students should be able to:
The MSc in Conservation and Restoration of Historical Structures and Monuments is developed to meet the needs for education in the field of conservation and restoration, by providing the skills needed to key professionals, who are or will be active in the private sector, in governmental institutions and local authorities and as consultant engineers.
The Program is addressed to public sector officers and professional architects, civil engineers, topographers, archaeologists and historians. Lessons take place in the afternoons so that working students can attend.
Specifically, the proposed program will provide the skills for:
The graduates of the program, equipped with the epistemology and experience acquired in the field of Conservation and Restoration of Historical Structures and Monuments will be able to work in the private sector undertaking specialised projects, and in the public sector, in the antiquities department, town planning and housing department, public works department, the technical services of ministries, the technical departments of district administrations and municipalities, both in Cyprus and overseas. Graduates will also be in a position to participate in research programs in related fields.
Required Courses Modules
The student must successfully complete 60 ECTS, from the following list of modules:
| No. | Code | Name | ECTS | Hours / week |
| 1 | MACOM01 | RESTORATION THEORY | 5 | 2 |
| 2 | MACOM02 | CONSTRUCTIONAL ANALYSIS OF HISTORICAL BUILDING SYSTEMS I | 10 | 3 + 1 |
| 3 | MACOM03 | METHODS FOR DOCUMENTATION OF EXISTING CONDITION AND PATHOLOGY | 5 | 1 + 1 |
| 4 | MACOM04 | RESTORATION METHODS AND TECHNIQUES I | 10 | 3 + 1 |
| 5 | MACOM14 | RESEARCH PAPER | 10 | 1 + 3 |
| 6 | MACOM15 | MASTERS DISSERTATION | 20 | 1 + 7 |
Required courses for CRHS_ARCH Modules
The student must successfully complete 25 ECTS, from the following list of modules:
| No. | Code | Name | ECTS | Hours / week |
| 1 | MACOM05 | CONSTRUCTIONAL ANALYSIS OF HISTORICAL BUILDING SYSTEMS II | 10 | 2 + 2 |
| 2 | MACOM06 | RESTORATION METHODS AND TECHNIQUES II | 10 | 2 + 2 |
| 3 | MACOM07 | RESTORATION INTERVENTIONS IN BUILDING COMPLEXES | 5 | 1 + 1 |
Electives Courses Modules
The student must successfully complete 5 ECTS, from the following list of modules:
| No. | Code | Name | ECTS | Hours / week |
| 1 | MACOM08 | MANAGEMENT AND PROMOTION OF ARCHAELOGICAL SITES | 5 | 1 + 1 |
| 2 | MACOM09 | PROTECTION AND REUSE OF INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE BUILDINGS | 5 | 1 + 1 |
Required Courses Modules
The student must successfully complete 60 ECTS, from the following list of modules:
| No. | Code | Name | ECTS | Hours / week |
| 1 | MACOM01 | RESTORATION THEORY | 5 | 2 |
| 2 | MACOM02 | CONSTRUCTIONAL ANALYSIS OF HISTORICAL BUILDING SYSTEMS I | 10 | 3 + 1 |
| 3 | MACOM03 | METHODS FOR DOCUMENTATION OF EXISTING CONDITION AND PATHOLOGY | 5 | 1 + 1 |
| 4 | MACOM04 | RESTORATION METHODS AND TECHNIQUES I | 10 | 3 + 1 |
| 5 | MACOM14 | RESEARCH PAPER | 10 | 1 + 3 |
| 6 | MACOM15 | MASTERS DISSERTATION | 20 | 1 + 7 |
Required courses for CRHS_CE Modules
The student must successfully complete 30 ECTS, from the following list of modules:
| No. | Code | Name | ECTS | Hours / week |
| 1 | MACOM10 | MASONRY ENGINEERING AND MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY | 10 | 2 + 2 |
| 2 | MACOM11 | STATIC AND EARTHQUAKE ANALYSIS OF HISTORICAL BUILDING SYSTEMS | 10 | 2 + 2 |
| 3 | MACOM12 | FOUNDATIONS OF HISTORICAL BUILDINGS | 5 | 1 + 1 |
| 4 | MACOM13 | SPECIALISED MATTERS ON MAINTENANCE AND RESTORATION | 5 | 2 |
| Module Group | ECTS |
| Required Courses | 60 |
| Required courses for CRHS_ARCH | 25 |
| Electives Courses | 5 |
| TOTAL |
90 |
| Module Group | ECTS |
| Required Courses | 60 |
| Required courses for CRHS_CE | 30 |
| TOTAL | 90 |
Candidates for a master degree must submit a recognized bachelor degree or qualification deemed to be equivalent to degree level as well as the official transcripts (grade reports) of their first-degree studies. In addition, there could be special requirements for various master programs.
Frederick University academic year consists of the fall and spring semesters. The calendar is arranged so that students may start classes either during the last week of September or the first week of February. Candidates may submit an application for admission in any of the semesters. Due to the fact that formalities for the issue of an entry visa take at least 6 weeks, candidates are urged to file an application at least 8 weeks prior to the expected date of enrolment. Students are expected to be on campus prior to the beginning of the intended semester/session. In response to arising need, courses could be provided within the summer period.
Candidates who are nationals of EU countries can enter Cyprus as visitors. On arrival at Frederick University they must submit to the Admission Office the following:
Furthermore, they must pay the registration fee, the semester tuition fees, and register for subjects. Next they must apply to the Migration Department for a temporary residence permit. The application to the Migration Department must be supported by evidence that they have paid their tuition fees for the semester, have enough funds for their initial living expenses and have obtained local health insurance coverage.
B. Applicants from non EU countries
International Students from non EU countries need to have a valid student visa in order to be allowed to enter Cyprus. The issue of an entry visa takes about 6 weeks from the date of the submission of the application. It is therefore recommended that candidates submit their application at least 8 weeks before the beginning of the semester. Cyprus Migration Department requirements in respect of the issue of a student visa, which from time to time may be modified, are available to candidates in a separate document.
Applicants are requested to contact the Office of Admissions to receive information and guidance regarding the proper documentation and formalities to be followed.
Application for admittance to the programme can be submitted by Architects and Civil Engineers, graduates of recognized universities in Cyprus and abroad. All applications will be examined by the Special Interdepartmental Committee.
Application may be submitted also by university graduates whose discipline is related to the subject (for example archaeologists, land surveyors, quantity surveyors etc.). However, the Committee, after examining these applications, will determine the ability of the candidate to attend one of the two streams (Architecture or Civil Engineering)of the program or not.
Candidates, in addition to their application, must submit a list of documents, such as an official copy of their degree, a certified copy of their transcript, CV (up to five pages), a certified certificate of knowledge of at least one foreign language, two letters of recommendation, etc.
All candidates, who meet the criteria, are invited to a personal interview. In exceptional cases, for people who are abroad, the interview can be done either by telephone or videoconference.
During the interview, each candidate should be able to support what is stated in the documents submitted with the application. Every candidate should present a portfolio containing theoretical and applied work and give information about the previous professional or research experience and general knowledge related to historical buildings.
The program recognises formal prior learning activities of students. Specifically, a student that has undertaken formal education at postgraduate level may in relevant fields, may have up to 30 ECTS credits recognised (amounting to one third of the program and 50% of the taught part).
At present, no non-formal or informal prior learning recognition is applicable for the program. It is noted that the University is evaluating a relevant regulation for non-formal and informal learning and the Department will re-evaluate its current position once the said regulation is in place.
The language of instruction is Greek.
FULL PROGRAM TUITION FEES :
| DISCOUNTED FEES - €/ECTS | FOR FULL TIME STUDY (60 ECTS)- € |
| 100.00 | 9000 |
| On campus students | Euro |
| Application Fee | €35 payable once |
| Registration Fee | €25 per registration |
| Student Activity Fee | €20 per semester |
| Technology Fee | €20 per semester |
| Late Registration Fee | €25 |
| Transcript Fee | €5 per additional copy |
| Incomplete Make-up | €25 |
| Graduation Application Fee | €55 |
| Exam Waiver Fee | €25 |
| Second Examination Fee | €80 |
| Transfer Credit Evaluation | €40 |
| Distance Learning students | Euro |
| Application Fee | €35 payable once |
| Semester Registration & Technology Fee | €100 per semester |
Contact Person: Ferederick
Phone: +35722394394
Email: info@frederick.ac.cy
