Etna: Reading Landscapes, Risks and Heritage in a Volcanic Region

26.08.2026 – 30.08.2026

This 5-day field course explores Mt. Etna as a living laboratory where geology, heritage, and policy converge. Participants examine volcanic landscapes and hazards, see how societies adapt in high-risk environments, and relate field observations to global frameworks on risk, heritage, and sustainability.
The program blends hands-on fieldwork with interdisciplinary insights to build practical academic and professional skills.

Learning Objectives:
• Interpret volcanic landscapes
• Understand Etna’s geology and geomorphology
• Identify major natural hazards
• Explore risk, mitigation, and resilience
• Recognize the benefits of living near an active volcano
• Connect geology with Etna’s cultural and archaeological heritage

Full-board accommodation & local travel expenses included

Lieu

In the field, Nicolosi, Sicily

Fichiers joints

Etna-brochure.pdf

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