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Conservation and Restoration

Conservation and Restoration deals with the perception, documentation, preservation and renovation of the material component of art and cultural objects. It is only through an in-depth understanding of the material essence, the social context and the artistically relevant aspects of a work that it can be given the appropriate treatment. Specialist scientific and art historical knowledge are combined with specific knowledge of the object in question and the context where it originated, allowing the best possible process to be developed and implemented. This skilled craft requires precise and patient work, while the process as a whole calls for a thoughtful approach and technical care, as well as a sense of responsibility.

While the basic elements of the course apply to painting and archaeological findings, as well as to video art, contemporary installations, technical cultural objects and buildings worthy of preservation, including their interiors, the education provided also allows students to specialise in a particular area with an eye to their subsequent professional activity.

The Conservation and Restoration Department is member of the Swiss Conservation-Restauration Campus (Swiss CRC).

Bachelor of Arts in Conservation

Master of Arts in Conservation-Restoration

Architecture, furnishings and furniture

Paintings and sculptures

Graphics, books and photographic objects

Modern materials and media

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