Museology, Management and Enhancement of Naturalistic Cultural Heritage

The course aims to train experts in the field of natural history museums. Through an interdisciplinary approach, it aims to provide an in-depth understanding of the complexity of modern museums, interpreting the concept of the museum as a participatory institution at the service of society. Objectives include understanding the new definition of a museum according to Icom, which emphasises accessibility, inclusivity and multidimensionality of the museum experience; acquiring regulatory and administrative skills for the effective management of museum activities, including the conservation, interpretation and exhibition of natural heritage; and developing practical skills in planning and managing the multiple activities offered by natural history museums, with a focus on the promotion of scientific thinking and the dissemination of knowledge.
Students will acquire theoretical and practical knowledge through cataloguing activities and laboratories for the design of museum exhibition spaces.
By integrating economic-managerial disciplines with museology and museography, the course aims to provide students with the necessary tools for the management and enhancement of naturalistic cultural heritage, with aims related to environmental protection, land management and sustainable development.

Skills in museology, cultural heritage law, museography and museum management.
Competences for the management and organisation of geopaleontological collections, cataloguing and inventorying of specimens according to museum standards and in accordance with the regulations of the Italian legislation on cultural heritage.
Understanding of the specific financial dynamics of museums, with a particular focus on fundraising tools.
Ability to use museum marketing and communication techniques to promote and enhance the natural cultural heritage.
Knowledge of cultural mediation tools and management of museum educational services to engage the public and promote scientific understanding.
Knowledge of digital cultures and ability to use digital tools to improve the management and use of the natural cultural heritage.