SAMHC - Advanced Masters in Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions

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  • When I graduated (one year ago), I felt I still had a lot of things to learn and see, and that if I could find a way to go abroad and continue my studies, it was the right moment to do it. The chance given to me by this master is priceless: I'm living in an incredible city, Barcelona, learning so many new things from very professional teachers and from my classmates coming from all around the world. The topic of the master has always attracted me and finally I feel I am building for myself a solid technical base that I was still lacking as an architect. At the same time, the encounter with people from other countries that have so different ways of life and ideas is opening up my mind and allowing me to see things in a different and new way.
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Master

In Barcelona (Spain)

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Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Barcelona (Spain)

  • Duration

    2 Years

  • Start date

    October

  • Credits

    120

Held by 4 universities. Erasmus Mundus master.

SAHC is an Advanced Masters in Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions program. This one year masters program focuses on the conservation of architectural heritage structures. SAHC´s goal is to produce competent international students ready to enter the work force. Students have the opportunity to study at universities in the following countries: Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Czech Republic. Students begin the first half of their studies at one of two preselected universities. During the second half of their studies students can choose one of the four aforementioned cities in which they complete their studies.

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Barcelona (Spain)
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Start date

OctoberEnrolment now open

About this course

Applicants are required to have a degree in Civil Engineering or equal credentials. Architects interested in applying should have a background in structures. Applicants typically have higher education degrees obtained in four to five years. Exceptionally, three year higher education degrees are accepted as well. Proficiency in the English language is required. Non-native speakers must provide a certificate of English proficiency from TOEFL, IELTS, or other recognized language proficiency certificate.

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5.0
  • When I graduated (one year ago), I felt I still had a lot of things to learn and see, and that if I could find a way to go abroad and continue my studies, it was the right moment to do it. The chance given to me by this master is priceless: I'm living in an incredible city, Barcelona, learning so many new things from very professional teachers and from my classmates coming from all around the world. The topic of the master has always attracted me and finally I feel I am building for myself a solid technical base that I was still lacking as an architect. At the same time, the encounter with people from other countries that have so different ways of life and ideas is opening up my mind and allowing me to see things in a different and new way.
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Anna Serafini

5.0
01/09/2012
What I would highlight: When I graduated (one year ago), I felt I still had a lot of things to learn and see, and that if I could find a way to go abroad and continue my studies, it was the right moment to do it. The chance given to me by this master is priceless: I'm living in an incredible city, Barcelona, learning so many new things from very professional teachers and from my classmates coming from all around the world. The topic of the master has always attracted me and finally I feel I am building for myself a solid technical base that I was still lacking as an architect. At the same time, the encounter with people from other countries that have so different ways of life and ideas is opening up my mind and allowing me to see things in a different and new way.
What could be improved: I liked everything
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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Subjects

  • History of Construction of Conservation
  • Structural Analysis Techniques
  • Seismic Behaviour and Structural Dynamics
  • Inspection and Diagnosis
  • Repairing and Strengthening Techniques
  • Restoration and Conservation of Materials
  • Integrated Project
  • History of construction

Course programme

The SAHC programme has duration of one academic year (60 ECTS credits) and is held on a rotating basis among partners. Coursework (September - March) is concentrated in two countries each year and dissertation work (April - July) is divided by all involved institutions. For 2007/2008 and odd years, the coursework will be held in Portugal and Czech Republic. For 2008/2009 and even years, the coursework will be held in Italy and Spain. Dissertation can be performed in any of the involved institutions.

It is expected that students carry out the entire coursework in one location and the dissertation in another location. Mobility track is based on students preferences taking into account adequate balance between different institutions. The curriculum is exactly the same, no matter the student mobility track.

Changes of mobility path from the one defined by the Consortium and informed to the candidate will not be accepted, unless of exceptional reasons. Any student requesting a change in path must provide a substantiated request before the starting of the program. After the starting of the program no changes will be allowed.

The study programme is composed of eight units, with six sequential units, one unit project-based and one dissertation. The units are as follows:

  • SA1: History of Construction and of Conservation
  • SA2: Structural Analysis Techniques
  • SA3: Seismic Behaviour and Structural Dynamics
  • SA4: Inspection and Diagnosis
  • SA5: Repairing and Strengthening Techniques
  • SA6: Restoration and Conservation of Materials
  • SA7: Integrated Project
  • SA8: Dissertation

Additional information

SAHC students can choose to study from these universities: University of Minho (Guimarães, Portugal),  Technical University of Catalonia (Barcelona, Spain), Czech Technical University in Prague (Prague, Czech Republic), and University of Padova (Padova, Italy)*. * Students with degrees obtained in four years or less cannot enroll in the University of Padova. Important Dates
Application for Category A Scholarships: January 15
Application for Category B Scholarships: January 15
Selection meeting: January
Notification of the pre-selection lists: February 15
Final decision from EACEA: April 30
Application without Scholarship: April 30
Courses will start on: October

SAMHC - Advanced Masters in Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions

Price on request