SPbGASU is still enrolling in a new program, which opened in 2026 in the Faculty of Civil Engineering: "Restoration of Buildings and Structures". This profile trains restoration engineers to work with cultural heritage sites.
The new educational model will place particular emphasis on engineering and technological training for restorers, including the study of theoretical mechanics, structural principles, and materials science, as well as a strong emphasis on information (digital) modeling technologies.
Among the specialized disciplines are:
- Restoration materials science
- Chemical and engineering research in restoration
- History of architecture, urban planning, and restoration
- Introduction to architectural and restoration design
- Methodology for restoring cultural heritage sites
- Historical construction systems
- Information technologies for graphic design of cultural heritage sites
- Artificial intelligence in professional practice
- Engineering geology
- Soil mechanics
- Foundations engineering of cultural heritage sites
- Fundamentals of organizing construction and restoration production
- Technology of restoration and reconstruction processes
- Economics and estimating
- Legal regulation of restoration work
- Integrated security systems for cultural heritage sites
Despite the priority given to engineering and technology disciplines, the program also includes training in drawing and graphic techniques. As Andrey Nikulin, Dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering, notes, the new program reflects the modern trend toward integrating architectural and engineering education. Therefore, the program also includes creative and humanities disciplines, which will help develop a comprehensive understanding of the profession.
In 2026, 50 budget places and 70 places under a contract are available for applicants.
Entrance examinations (USE) for the specialty "Restoration of Buildings and Structures" in order of priority:
- Mathematics
- Physics, computer science, chemistry (optional)
- Russian language
There are no additional creative tests for admission to the Faculty of Civil Engineering at SPbGASU.
Submission of documents deadline: until 17:00 Moscow time on 25 July.
The development of the new "Restoration of Buildings and Structures" program at SPbGASU is being carried out in close collaboration with the professional community. A key step in this work was the creation of the "Preservation of Architectural Heritage" Consortium, an agreement for which was signed on 24 March.
The importance of developing a new training profile was noted in his speech at the VI National (All-Russian) Scientific and Practical Conference with International Participation "Reconstruction and Restoration of Architectural Heritage" by Aleksey Mikhailov, Chairman of the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St Petersburg (KGIOP):
"An architect-restorer is a specialist who must understand the intent of previous generations and pass it on. But an equally important field is that of restoration engineer. This is a unique profession that requires a deep understanding of the history of architecture and the ability to integrate it with modern technologies."
The consortium brings together representatives from science, education, government, and business. Its activities are aimed at advancing scientific research, implementing innovative technologies, improving educational programs, and training highly qualified specialists. Through this collaboration, students in the new program will have the opportunity to learn from leading industry experts, participate in real-life projects to preserve cultural heritage sites, and, while still studying, acquire competencies in demand in modern restoration practice.