The Multi-Heritage2024 project ("Multidisciplinary approach to heritage conservation"), officially launched under the Erasmus+ programme (No. 101180427), brings together leading European institutions to create an innovative master's programme focused on heritage conservation. This initiative, running from 1 November 2024 to 31 January 2026, aims to integrate multidisciplinary approaches into heritage studies, enhance academic cooperation, and foster international mobility among students and teachers.
From 12 to 15 February 2025, key partners, including representatives from the Department of Geography at the Faculty of Education, USB, met in Sinaia, for the first project meeting. During this meeting, the foundations for programme management, accreditation strategy, and curriculum design were laid. Discussions focused on structuring the MultiHeritage Mundus Master Programme to meet international academic standards and labour market needs. The meeting also included visits to significant heritage sites.
The project aims to integrate state-of-the-art digital methodologies, conservation theories, eco-cultural heritage perspectives, and gamification strategies into its curriculum. Additionally, it will support cross-border collaboration and mobility, allowing students to gain practical experience with heritage sites in various countries.
During the recent project meeting in Sinaia, Romania (February 12-15, 2025), key decisions were made regarding governance, accreditation, curriculum development, and student mobility. A unified accreditation model was agreed upon, ensuring a single diploma jointly issued by all partner universities. The curriculum will feature modular teaching, co-chaired courses, and interdisciplinary learning pathways, with students required to study in at least three different countries. The programme will emphasize practical training, internships, and international fieldwork, offering students direct engagement to heritage sites and institutions. Admission criteria, including language proficiency at B2 level and a flexible enrollment system, have been established to ensure accessibility and academic excellence.
With the next steps focusing on finalizing the curriculum structure, defining mobility pathways, and strengthening institutional partnerships, the Multi-Heritage2024 project is poised to become a benchmark for heritage education in Europe and beyond, fostering cross-border academic cooperation and equipping future professionals with the necessary skills to preserve and promote Europe’s cultural heritage.
The meeting concluded with a commitment to advancing the MultiHeritage Mundus Master Programme, ensuring it aligns with best practices, industry needs, and cutting-edge heritage education methodologies.
