Specialised Course on Cultural Heritage, Crime and Security
The 6th edition of the Specialised Course on Cultural Heritage, Crime and Security – Protecting our Past to Invest in our Future – will be delivered online from 8 to 12 June 2026 by UNICRI and The American University of Rome (AUR).
This course adopts an online learning model, allowing participants to attend interactive online classes through their own devices. This format enables direct interaction with internationally recognized experts and peers from around the world, fostering the creation of a global professional network. The program combines live training sessions in our virtual classroom, led by subject matter experts, with self-paced activities and interactive group discussions.
The live training sessions are scheduled from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm Rome time (8:00 am to 12:00 pm New York time), from Monday to Friday.
The Specialised Course will provide participants with a fundamental understanding of the various dimensions of heritage crime, examining illicit trafficking, looting, and the increasingly evident links between the black market of archaeological goods and terrorism financing. The existing international legal frameworks and security strategies will be analyzed to enhance participants’ ability to protect global cultural legacy and promote their role as advocates for cultural diversity and international peace.
Application deadline: 25 May 2026
Detailed information on entry requirements, certificates of participation, registration fee, and cancellation and refund policy are available on the Specialised Course's webpage.
