Key Information

MA “Security and Cultural Heritage Studies” (SCHER) has been awarded by HAHE an "excellence" accreditation rating. Accordingly, "the program’s aim is to deliver a student-centered education that cultivates diverse perspectives and independent thought while preparing students for their future roles. It prioritizes transparent student selection and a full-time attendance model. The Regulation of Studies Document provides comprehensive guidance. Students are ensured to gain complete access to the infrastructure of the Ionian University. The program’s academic profile, structure, and learning outcomes are appropriate for Level 7 of the European Qualifications Framework, with strong coherence between objectives, curriculum content, and assessment strategy. The e-learning model is justified and robust. The program's academic, financial, pedagogical, and support frameworks meet all HAHE expectations and ESG standards [Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area] ESG 2015. The program team is to be commended for the quality and completeness of the application file. Overall, the program is strategically sound, pedagogically coherent, and institutionally ready for delivery."

SCHER aims to provide students with specialized knowledge on the protection of cultural heritage as well as a comprehensive understanding of contemporary security issues through a prescient analysis of current and future threats related to cultural heritage. Overall, the program is designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to understand, analyze, and address the complex challenges that threaten cultural heritage, including risks, natural disasters, war and conflict, looting, illegal trade, and “development” projects.

MA “Security and Cultural Heritage Studies” (SCHER) is constructed as part of the educational program of the UNESCO Chair on Threats to Cultural Heritage and to Cultural Heritage-related Activities at the Ionian University.