Higher Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (Kapumastru)

Institute: Institute of Engineering and Transport

Department: Construction Engineering Department

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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Programme Code: CE5-O01-23
MQF Level: Level 5
Credits: 120 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Not Applicable, does not include WBL
Duration: 2 Years

Course Description

The demand for the conservation and restoration of stone monuments and of historic buildings and artefacts is increasing. Likewise, those who manage projects involving various building materials are in great demand. This course is intended for those who would like to acquire knowledge and skills related to the conservation and restoration of buildings and monuments where the main construction material is the local limestone. They will be able to apply restoration and conservation techniques following best practices, both in College-based workshops and laboratories as well as on heritage sites. This course also provides quantity surveying skills as applied to restoration projects, as well as an introduction to project management, enabling learners to manage technicians working on restoration projects.

Career Prospects

‘Kapumastru’ in the field of stone masonry heritage skills,
Stone Masonry Heritage Sites Manager

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route…
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (Mastru)
or
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Cultural Heritage Skills
or
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Construction Engineering Engineering

OR

2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes

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Updated: 2025-06-06