Featured byThe University of Glasgow by FutureLearn
Overview
From fakes and fraud, to thefts and trafficking, art crime has turned archaeological sites in Iraq and Syria into “lunar landscapes”, decapitated Buddha sculptures in Cambodia and left empty frames on museum walls.
Key facts:
So how do we protect our heritage from theft, illegal sale, and destruction? Delve into the world of art crime and antiquities trafficking with this online course, and get answers from those fighting to save the world’s precious artefacts. Antiquities Trafficking and Art Crime is offered at FutureLearn.
Programme Structure
What topics will you cover?- Learn how context at archaeological sites is lost through looting
- Explore the source of antiquities on the illicit market as it relates to poverty
- Consider how antiquities trafficking can be considered a form of organized crime
- Think about how the market for antiquities influences both looting and smuggling
- Learn why art has value, and how value relates to art crime
- Consider the realities and limitations of art theft
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 21 days
- 4 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Criminal Law Liberal Arts View 59 other Short Courses in Liberal Arts in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- All learners are invited to this course. No prior knowledge is required.
Tuition Fee
Funding
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