Critical Heritage Course
October-December 2026 | online
About
Course Information
Language: English
Duration: 30 hours
Period: October to December 2026
Start date: 1 October 2026
Schedule: Every Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Format: Hybrid by design, with every lecture delivered simultaneously in person in Trieste and online via Microsoft Teams, allowing students from across the Transform4Europe Alliance to participate regardless of location.
Credits: 6 ECTS
The course is divided into two modules, focusing on historical and anthropological approaches to heritage studies.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is primarily intended for Master’s students, although third-year Bachelor’s students are also welcome to apply.
Applicants should have a basic familiarity with critical heritage studies. Those wishing to strengthen their background are encouraged to consult Heritage: Critical Approaches by Rodney Harrison (2013).
Interested students are required to submit a motivation letter (maximum one page) outlining their academic background and interest in the course. Letters should be sent to t4eu@units.it.
Assessment
Students will complete the course with an oral examination, including a poster presentation and discussion aimed at assessing the skills acquired during the semester.
The examination will take place online for T4EU students, tentatively in January and February 2027, and will last approximately 25 minutes.
Upon successful completion, students will be awarded 6 ECTS credits.
Applications are open through the T4EU Metacampus until 23 September 2026.
Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the first T4EU course bringing together expertise from all ten Alliance universities and to deepen your understanding of European heritage in a truly international learning environment.
