Inclusive heritage for disaster risk reduction: Digital and participatory methods for resilient communities
This 1st level Specializing Master's Programme focuses on the critical role of cultural heritage - tangible, intangible and living - including monuments, artworks, traditions and local knowledge, in addressing natural disasters, environmental crises and climate change. It develops an interdisciplinary, holistic approach, training students and professionals to understand heritage as a resource for resilient societies.
Participants will gain hands-on experience with digital and participatory methods, working directly with communities to design inclusive projects, assess local needs and apply strategies that integrate heritage, disaster risk management and climate adaptation. The programme also addresses socio-cultural, historical, psychological, environmental and spatial aspects, fostering inclusive and ethical approaches with attention to gender and diversity.
As part of the Horizon Europe RESILIAGE RIA project, students collaborate with universities, public institutions, international organizations and companies on applied research and practical solutions for community resilience. Teaching modules include real-scenario laboratories, bottom-up collaborative processes, policy-making insights (including UNESCO perspectives), and civil protection best practices in Europe.
Who is this master for?
- Professionals in heritage, cultural management, disaster and crisis management, urban and territorial planning, communication, arts, anthropology and social sciences
- Universities, research centers, public institutions, cultural organizations, NGOs, creative enterprises and heritage sites seeking innovative skills to support communities in crisis
What you will gain:
- Interdisciplinary knowledge linking heritage, risk and climate change
- Hands-on experience with digital tools and participatory approaches
- Skills to design projects that enhance community resilience and preparedness
- Insight into European and international practices and policies
By the end of the programme, students will be equipped to use cultural and natural heritage as a strategic resource, helping communities anticipate, adapt to and recover from disasters, while fostering awareness, inclusivity, and sustainable development.
Apply before 25 May 2026