Learning Outcomes for the MA in Preservation Studies

  • Demonstrate a command of the history, theory, and practice of historic preservation.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the history and buildings of the United States.
  • Demonstrate the ability to present narratives of place related to the building landscape and its preservation that can be understood by a broad lay audience.
  • Demonstrate an ability to undertake professional-level work in the historic preservation field.
  • Demonstrate an ability to conduct research, manage evidence, and construct an argument concerning a topic in historic preservation.

Learning Outcomes for the Dual JD/MA in Preservation Studies

JD

  • Possess knowledge and understanding of substantive and procedural law.
  • Possess the ability to perform:
    • Legal analysis and reasoning
    • Legal research
    • Problem-solving
    • Written communication in the legal context
    • Oral communication in the legal context;
  • Understand the exercise of proper professional and ethical responsibilities to clients and the legal system.
  • Demonstrate the professional skills of collaboration, counseling, and negotiation needed for competent and ethical participation as a member of the legal profession. All students will also demonstrate a basic understanding of business fundamentals and be able to read and understand basic financial documents.

MA

  • Demonstrate a command of the history, theory, and practice of historic preservation.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the history and buildings of the United States.
  • Demonstrate the ability to present narratives of place related to the building landscape and its preservation that can be understood by a broad lay audience.
  • Demonstrate an ability to undertake professional-level work in the historic preservation field.
  • Demonstrate an ability to conduct research, manage evidence, and construct an argument concerning a topic in historic preservation.