Master Course in Building Rehabilitation

The proposed Master Course intends to create an educational offer in the area of buildings rehabilitation to civil engineers but which is also of interest to architecture professionals and eventually to other branches of engineering. The proposed course is devoted to the transmission of advanced knowledge in the specific domains of the principles, strategies, techniques and dimensioning of interventions on buildings, whether in situations of premature deterioration and accident or in aging and natural degradation or functional maladjustment, both in old urban centers and contemporary cities.

General Objectives of the Course

The course aims to provide students with advanced knowledge in the area of building rehabilitation, focusing on the principles, strategies, techniques, and dimensioning of interventions on buildings. It also intends to reinforce students' critical consciousness on the field of the management of urban rehabilitation operations in legal, cultural, and economic terms, and always under the logic of construction sustainability.

Admission Requirements

• The candidates to the branch of Structural Rehabilitation should be holders of a bachelor course in Civil Engineering (before Bologna) or first cycle course in Civil Engineering (after Bologna) or an integrated master course in Civil Engineering (after Bologna);
• The candidates to the branch of Non-Structural Rehabilitation should be holders of first cycle (bachelor) courses or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Architecture or similar.

Professional Goals

In this Master Course, it is expected that most students are already in the labour market, so their perspective is not that of beginning a new professional area but, mainly, seeking of advanced knowledge to improve their competitiveness in this specific area of expertise.

Mode of Study

The course is offered in a daytime regime, face-to-face.

Teaching / Evaluation Language

The teaching and evaluation language is Portuguese.

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

The evaluation rules are defined for each unit of the course. The final mark in every unit will be defined in the range 0 to 20; the lower mark to obtain the approval in each unit is 10.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

It is intended that at the end of the master course, students have acquired knowledge and competencies that allow them to:

• Observe, register, and diagnose building anomalies
• Define strategies and rehabilitation intervention techniques as well as characterize and select the appropriate materials
• Dimension interventions to be realized (either in structural or non-structural perspective)
• Plan, schedule, and manage rehabilitation processes
• Dialogue (in a qualified way) with the different specialties and interveners in the building and urban rehabilitation process in a multidisciplinary perspective and within a construction sustainability framework
• Develop research skills in the field of rehabilitation.

Course Coordinator

The course coordinator is Maria Isabel Morais Torres.

ECTS Departmental Coordinator

The ECTS departmental coordinator is João Pedro Simões Cândido Martins.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of prior learning is carried out in accordance with the Academic Regulation of the University of Coimbra.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

The Master Degree is obtained according to Portuguese Law DL 74/2006, published in the official journal 24th March, 2006.

Graduation Requirements

The course is organized in three semesters, with 30 ECTS each. The first semester will consist of different optional units; the second semester will consist of different optional units, and 2 mandatory units for each branch of the course. The third semester is devoted entirely to the preparation of the dissertation (30 ECTS in this semester).

Access to Further Studies

By attributing the Master Degree, this course allows access to third cycles studies, limited to the specific requirements established by each of these courses.

Study Programme

The study programme includes two paths:

• Non-Structural Rehabilitation of Buildings
• Structural Rehabilitation of Building

Academic Year

The academic year is divided into semesters.

Course Type

The course type is 2nd Cycle Studies - Advanced Specialisation Master Programme.

DGES Code

The DGES code is M831.

Qualification Awarded

The qualification awarded is a Master Degree.

Duration

The duration of the course is 3 semesters.

ECTS Credits

The course has 90.0 ECTS credits.

Category

The category of the course is Advanced specialization second cycle.

Accreditations

The course is accredited by Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior, with the registration number R/A - CR 161/2015.

Universidade de Coimbra

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Overview:

Universidade de Coimbra is a public research university located in Coimbra, Portugal. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world, with a rich history dating back to 1290. The university is renowned for its academic excellence, particularly in the fields of law, medicine, and humanities.

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

The university offers a vibrant campus life with a wide range of cultural and sporting activities. Students can participate in the university's theater, music, and dance programs, as well as its sports teams. The university also has a number of student clubs and organizations.

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Key Reasons to Study There:

Historical Significance:

Universidade de Coimbra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering students a unique opportunity to study in a historic and culturally rich environment.

Academic Excellence:

The university is consistently ranked among the top universities in Portugal and internationally, offering high-quality academic programs.

International Reputation:

Universidade de Coimbra has a strong international reputation, attracting students and faculty from around the world.

Research Opportunities:

The university is a leading research institution, providing students with opportunities to participate in cutting-edge research projects.

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Academic Programs:

Universidade de Coimbra offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:

• Undergraduate Studies:

  • Licenciaturas (Bachelor's degrees)
  • Mestrados integrados (Integrated Master's degrees)

• Postgraduate Studies:

  • Mestrados (Master's degrees)
  • Doutoramentos (Doctoral degrees)

• Other Courses:

  • Ensino a distância (Distance learning)
  • Cursos preparatórios (Preparatory courses)
  • Aprender português (Portuguese language courses)

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Other:

The university has three campuses, 16 libraries, two museums, one theater, two stadiums, one botanic garden, 14 residences, and 18 canteens and cafeterias. It also has a strong commitment to sustainability, with initiatives such as solar panels and waste sorting programs.