Brief Introduction
Discover how cities develop their own unique cultures and explore key concepts related to cultural heritage.Course Summary
This course explores the relationship between cultural heritage and cities, and how we can manage and protect them in a sustainable way.Key Learning Points
- Understand the value and challenges of cultural heritage in urban contexts
- Learn about different approaches to heritage management
- Explore case studies from cities around the world
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 5,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 5,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $60,000 - $100,000
- India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 10,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €60,000
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 5,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $60,000 - $100,000
- India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 10,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €60,000
- USA: $70,000 - $120,000
- India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 15,00,000
- Spain: €40,000 - €80,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the challenges of preserving cultural heritage in urban contexts
- Develop strategies for managing heritage sites sustainably
- Learn from best practices and case studies from cities around the world
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior knowledge or experience required
- Basic familiarity with urban issues and cultural heritage is helpful
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online and self-paced
- Video lectures and case studies
- Quizzes and assignments
Similar Courses
- Heritage Site Management
- Sustainable Cities
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Director of Research and Education at the World Monuments Fund
- Director of the European Heritage Volunteers
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is for anyone interested in cultural heritage and cities, but it might be of particular interest to students of archaeology, sociology, and related subjects; urban practitioners like planners and community activists; or cultural heritage professionals like those working in tourism.
Outline
- Cultural Heritage in an Urbanising World Welcome to our course What is cultural heritage? Cultural heritage policies Cities and their heritage Week 1 wrap up The Governance of Heritage Heritage governance Heritage in urban strategies Heritage and urban development Week 2 wrap up Heritage and Urban Change Urban transformations Cultural heritage vs urban development The role of civil society Events and city identity European Capitals of Culture Course wrap up
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the cultural heritage of cities and learn how to manage and protect it in this comprehensive course. Users have praised the course for its engaging content and knowledgeable instructors.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Engaging contentPros from User Reviews
- Instructors are knowledgeable and passionate
- Course content is comprehensive and informative
- Course structure is well-organized and easy to follow
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too basic
- Course may be too time-consuming for some learners
- Not all course materials are available offline
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