The course examines the fundamental concepts of tangible and intangible cultural heritage, with particular emphasis on monuments and archaeological sites. It provides a historical overview of approaches to cultural heritage management and explores the international and national legal and institutional frameworks governing heritage management, with reference to relevant international and domestic organizations. The course analyses theoretical approaches and practical methods for the management of both tangible and intangible cultural heritage, including the management of heritage sites associated with conflicts, wars, and crises. Cultural tourism is also examined. Teaching is supported by case studies from Greece and abroad, with particular emphasis on the city of Corfu.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will:

• have acquired a solid understanding of the theoretical principles and practical approaches to cultural heritage management;

• have developed an awareness of the importance of integrating local communities into the cultural heritage management process and will be familiar with relevant methodologies supporting such participation;

• be able to contribute effectively to the preparation and implementation of cultural heritage management plans.

1. Introduction. Terminology and Concepts (tangible and intangible cultural heritage; cultural vs. cultural-related terminology, etc.)
2. International Legal Framework for Cultural Heritage Management (UNESCO, ICOMOS, and other international organizations)
3. Historical Context: Early Approaches to Cultural Heritage Management
4. Legal Framework for Cultural Heritage Management in Greece
5. Theoretical Principles of Cultural Heritage Management
6. Cultural Heritage Management Practices
7. Case Studies in Greece
8. International Case Studies
9. Communities and Participatory Approaches in Cultural Heritage Management
10. Intangible Cultural Heritage: Concepts, Approaches, and Management Practices
11. Cultural Tourism
12. Case Studies in Cultural Tourism
13. Course Review and Revision Exercises

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Μαΐστρου, Ε. (2025). Ιστορικές Πόλεις και Ιστορικοί Οικισμοί [Μεταπτυχιακό εγχειρίδιο]. Κάλλιπος, Ανοικτές Ακαδημαϊκές Εκδόσεις. https://dx.doi.org/10.57713/kallipos-1053

Δούρος, Π., & Καλδής, Π. (2024). Πολιτιστική διαχείριση κληρονομιάς και σύγχρονης δημιουργίας και βιώσιμη οικονομική ανάπτυξη [Προπτυχιακό εγχειρίδιο]. Κάλλιπος, Ανοικτές Ακαδημαϊκές Εκδόσεις. https://dx.doi.org/10.57713/kallipos-279

Δούση, Μ. (Επιμ.), Σιναμίδης, Ι. (Επιμ.), & Κωτσόπουλος, Σ. (Επιμ.). (2022). Προστασία, Συντήρηση, Αποκατάσταση Μνημείων Πολιτισμού 20 χρόνια Δ.Π.Μ.Σ. [Άλλο είδος συγγράμματος]. Κάλλιπος, Ανοικτές Ακαδημαϊκές Εκδόσεις. https://dx.doi.org/10.57713/kallipos-4 

-Lectures by the coordinator, invited lectures, presentation of exercises and projects by the students

-Connection of theory with case studies from Greece and internationally

-Visits to points of interest in the Old Town of Corfu (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

-Use of powerpoint at the lectures

-Making use of the course portal, for the uploading of teaching material

-A combination of exercises, workshops, and exams