What does a Conservator-Restorer do?

Conservation and restoration of art and cultural heritage

What education does Conservator-Restorer require?

University of Applied Sciences (48 months)

How much does a Conservator-Restorer earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 55'000, mid ~CHF CHF 72'000 per year (approximate).

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Conservator-Restorer

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Conservator-restorers conserve and restore artworks, historic buildings, and cultural heritage. They analyze damage, develop restoration concepts, and apply specialized techniques to preserve the original condition. The work requires expertise in art history, chemistry, and craftsmanship.

Entry

~CHF 55'000

CHF 4'583/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 72'000

CHF 6'000/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 95'000

CHF 7'917/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity of Applied Sciences

Duration48 months

Your path to Conservator-Restorer

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Secondary School

You are here

Decision

Apprenticeship + BMS → UASHigh School → UAS (with internship)FMS + Baccalaureate → UAS

Preparation

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

3–5 years

University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Optional: Master UAS

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Bachelor/Master

Starting salary: CHF 55'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics3/10

🔬 Science5/10

💻 IT3/10

🔧 Manual8/10

🎨 Artistic8/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity6/10

🤝 Social Contact4/10

💪 Physical Demands6/10

📈 Career Growth5/10

🔮 Future Outlook7/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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