The departments

INFORMATION

The International University for Peace (UNIPACE) stands out for its organizational structure, divided into various departments, each of which plays a fundamental role in the academic and professional training of students. Each department not only provides specific expertise, but also promotes an integrated, multidisciplinary approach that is essential to address contemporary challenges. Below, we will explore UNIPACE’s various departments in detail, highlighting their unique characteristics and the contributions they make to the academic community.

Department of Law

UNIPACE’s Department of Law is renowned for the excellence of its faculty, coming from a variety of legal fields. This diversity of experiences not only enriches the curriculum, but offers students the opportunity to learn from professionals who have worked in real and often complex contexts. The courses cover a wide range of topics, including international diplomacy, human rights, and privacy law, thus offering a comprehensive preparation.
The teaching approach is highly interactive; Students are encouraged to actively participate in discussions and debates, thus developing their critical and analytical skills. This method is critical to preparing students to become lawyers, diplomats, and public sector professionals, endowed with a deep understanding of legal dynamics and their applications in reality.

Department of Economics

In the Department of Economics, emphasis is placed not only on economic theories, but also on their practical applications. The lecturers, selected for their academic skills and their real-world experience, guide students in exploring topics such as economic policies for development, the economics of migration and international financial policies. This approach allows students to gain a pragmatic view of economics, preparing them to face complex challenges in global contexts.
The combination of theory and practice is also reflected in research projects and collaborations with government bodies and international organizations, giving students first-hand experiences that can prove valuable for their future careers.

Department of Environment and Territory

The Department of Environment and Territory is dedicated to the study of sustainability and the management of natural resources, thus responding to the growing needs for a responsible approach to the environment. The teachers are experts in various fields, including environmental design and land redevelopment. Students are involved in courses that address issues such as risk management and resource enhancement, providing them with practical tools to address contemporary environmental challenges.
In this department, education focuses on the importance of sustainable resource management, preparing them to become professionals capable of operating in an environmentally and community manner. Hands-on projects and collaborations with environmental organizations amplify the educational impact, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world situations.

Department of Media and Social Sciences

The Department of Media and Social Sciences addresses the dynamics of communication and journalism in an increasingly interconnected world. Educators explore the power of media in shaping public discourse, helping to train students to use media as tools for social change. Issues such as peace management policies and journalism 4.0 are at the center of teaching, encouraging a critical reflection on the ethical responsibilities related to communication.
Students learn to navigate a complex media landscape and understand how media can influence public perceptions and social policies. Through hands-on projects, interactions with industry professionals, and case study analysis, students develop essential skills for their future careers in journalism, communications, and social sciences.

Department of Political Science

The Department of Political Science of UNIPACE employs a highly qualified teaching staff, with diversified experience in the field of international relations, development policies and conflict management. Thanks to a rigorous curriculum, students are prepared to understand the complexities of global politics, addressing issues of current relevance.
Thought-provoking discussions and research projects allow students to explore contemporary political dynamics, developing analytical and critical skills necessary to become leaders in their field. The department also promotes internship and networking opportunities, making it easier for students to enter the professional world.

Department of Art

UNIPACE’s Art Department is dedicated to exploring the intersections between art, culture and society. With faculty who are experts in various artistic disciplines, students are encouraged to develop their creativity and to reflect critically on contemporary cultural and social issues. Courses cover topics such as art history, aesthetic theory, and contemporary artistic practices, creating a stimulating environment for innovation and personal expression.
In this context, art is seen as a tool for social change, capable of influencing and inspiring communities. Students are encouraged to participate in exhibitions, workshops, and collaborative projects, which allow them to apply the knowledge they have gained and interact with the art world in a practical and meaningful way.

Department of Artificial Intelligence, Privacy, and Cybersecurity

The rapid development of digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) is profoundly transforming every sector of modern society, from healthcare to education, from finance to governance. However, alongside these opportunities, new challenges have emerged regarding data protection, privacy, and cybersecurity. In an increasingly connected world, where information flows in real-time, it is crucial to ensure that technologies are used ethically and securely, protecting both individual and collective rights.

The Department of Artificial Intelligence, Privacy, and Cybersecurity at the International University of Peace has been established to address these challenges, with the goal of training experts capable of developing advanced technological solutions that uphold privacy and information security, while fostering the responsible and secure use of digital technologies. The department focuses on three main areas of study: privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, with particular attention to the ethical and social implications of these technologies.

Objective

The primary objective of the Department of Artificial Intelligence, Privacy, and Cybersecurity is to promote excellence in research and education on topics related to data protection, cybersecurity, and the ethical application of artificial intelligence. The department’s activities will be geared toward training highly qualified professionals who can tackle global challenges related to personal data protection and information security, fostering a safer and more secure digital environment for individuals and institutions.

Specifically, the department aims to:

Promote research and the development of technological solutions for privacy and data protection, ensuring compliance with international regulations such as the GDPR and other privacy laws. Research will also include analyzing advanced anonymization and encryption techniques to protect personal information in complex digital environments.
Develop and promote advanced cybersecurity policies, aiming to protect computer systems from external threats, cyberattacks, and intrusions. The department will be involved in studying innovative solutions to defend digital infrastructures at both national and international levels.
Train artificial intelligence experts capable of designing and implementing AI solutions that adhere to ethical principles and fairness. Artificial intelligence will increasingly impact various sectors, and the department will focus on how to make these technologies more transparent, accountable, and just, avoiding discrimination and safeguarding human rights.
Analyze the social, legal, and moral implications of AI and digital technologies, promoting an interdisciplinary approach that involves experts in law, ethics, sociology, and engineering. This will allow for an evaluation of the impact of technologies on society and the development of guidelines for their responsible use.
Collaborate with international institutions, governmental bodies, businesses, and civil society organizations to contribute to the creation of global policies and regulations that govern the ethical and secure use of AI and digital technologies. The department will act as a key reference point for promoting international cooperation on crucial topics such as global privacy, cybersecurity, and responsible AI.

The department will promote applied research initiatives and development projects in collaboration with other universities, research centers, and tech companies to address emerging challenges practically. In addition, courses, seminars, and workshops will be organized on key topics related to privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, with the aim of raising awareness among professionals, students, and the public about best practices and current regulations.

The Department of Artificial Intelligence, Privacy, and Cybersecurity aims to become a global reference point for research, education, and the promotion of secure and responsible technological solutions, contributing to building a safer, more equitable, and human-rights-respecting digital future.

Department “Cultural studies of diversity in the contemporary world”

GENERAL STAGE

In Europe, a phenomenon of movement of populations with different customs, traditions and faiths has recently become accentuated. This multiculturalism, in itself a positive factor for growth for all, without a real sharing of principles founding social coexistence, can lead to divisive and destructive social consequences. Especially in countries like Italy, but not only, which are not accustomed to the continuous arrival of people from different cultures, even with possible serious consequences on individual mental well-being and the appearance of mental distress due to uprooting syndromes. These problems are amplified in environments that are already difficult in themselves, such as prisons and the suburbs of large cities. The concrete and lasting dialogue between the different cultures in Italy and the European Union and the development of a European national and community identity require mutual knowledge and shared socio-cultural values. Within the Observatory with the contributions of the various members according to their respective skills, research and planning activities will be promoted to combat all forms of anti-Semitism, a hateful reality still present and indeed growing, particularly among young people, especially after the Hamas massacre in Israel on 7 October and the war in Palestine, and Islamic radicalism with manifestations of terrorist violence, resulting in Islamophobia. These are completely different phenomena and not comparable to each other in terms of history, cultural meaning, causes, entity and phenomenology, which require different proposals, but are currently worrying for the cohesion between European peoples.

GOALS

Promote project activities that enhance religious freedom, an inalienable right of the human person, in compliance with national laws and international treaties.

Promote a cultural and social policy, with particular attention to the world of youth and new generations of immigrants, for the development of the coexistence of different cultures and religions, in collaboration with institutional bodies at national and regional level, with civil society, in particular schools, universities and the working world, and the different communities present in Italy, based on: mutual knowledge and respect;

Stimulate a common European identity in young people of cultural diversity, through knowledge of the founding values of the European Union c

Counter anti-Semitism in all its forms.

Research and training programs to combat Islamic radicalism in Italy and European countries with the activation of cultural and social programs dedicated to second and third generations coming from abroad, to encourage, even in schools, a deepening of knowledge of the culture of origin, which can avoid the onset of the uprooting syndrome which is often a source of radicalization and non-integration. And at the same time counter Islamophobia.

Prof Rosanna Cerbo, Director of the Department

University Department of Sustainable Infrastructure: A Center of Excellence for the Future

The University Department of Sustainable Infrastructure is configured as a center of academic and scientific excellence, focused on teaching, research and innovation in the field of infrastructure, with a clear vision oriented towards sustainability. The department not only aligns itself with the principles of the UN Agenda 2030, but aims to become an international point of reference for the training of professionals capable of designing, developing and managing infrastructures that respond to the environmental, social and economic challenges of the future.

Mission and Objectives

The Department pursues a series of ambitious objectives, designed to create a synergy between training, research and innovation for a sustainable future:

Educating high-quality professionals: The main objective of the department is to train engineers, architects, urban planners, planners and other professionals in the sector with the skills necessary to design, build, manage and maintain sustainable infrastructures. These professionals will be prepared not only at a technical level, but also with a solid background in Project Management and in the use of advanced technologies, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), in order to respond to the increasingly sophisticated demands of the modern infrastructure market.
Promote innovative research: The department is engaged in cutting-edge research to develop new technologies, materials and methodologies that improve the efficiency and sustainability of infrastructure. These research activities focus on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with particular attention to how innovation, including in the field of BIM, can help optimize resources and reduce the environmental impact of construction.
Encourage collaboration and industrial innovation: The Department promotes an environment of continuous innovation through collaboration with the industrial world, public institutions and civil society. These collaborations are essential to solve the challenges related to the sustainability of infrastructure and accelerate the implementation of solutions in line with the goals of the UN Agenda 2030, including the digitalization of processes through BIM and the adoption of advanced Project Management methodologies.
Spreading knowledge and raising public awareness: Another fundamental aspect of the department’s mission is the dissemination of the culture of sustainable infrastructure. The Department is actively engaged in the dissemination of knowledge, organizing seminars, conferences and awareness-raising activities on sustainability issues and innovative solutions applied to the infrastructure sector.

Areas of Study and Research

The Department focuses on a wide range of areas of study and research, each aimed at contributing significantly to improving the sustainability of infrastructure:

Sustainable materials: The department is actively engaged in the development and application of innovative construction materials, which are low environmental impact, recyclable, recycled and bio-based. These materials are essential to reduce pollution and the use of non-renewable resources in construction.
Eco-friendly design: Eco-friendly design methods are crucial to minimize the environmental impact of infrastructure. The use of BIM tools allows for accurate simulation and analysis of environmental performance, optimizing the use of resources and promoting greater resilience to global challenges.
Sustainable energy infrastructure: The Department focuses on the design and management of energy systems for infrastructure that are not only efficient, but also powered by renewable sources. The focus on renewable energy and energy efficiency is central to achieving the SDGs, especially SDG 7, which promotes access to clean and sustainable energy.
Sustainable mobility: Another area of research concerns the design and management of transport systems that reduce environmental impact, promote active mobility and improve accessibility. The solutions developed are in line with SDG 11, which promotes inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities.
Sustainable water management: The department is also dedicated to the design of solutions for water management, including advanced water collection, treatment and distribution systems, and sustainable stormwater management. This is crucial to ensure compliance with SDG 6, which focuses on clean water and sanitation for all.
Green infrastructure: The integration of green solutions into infrastructure, such as green roofs and sustainable urban drainage systems, is essential to improve air quality, reduce the heat island effect and promote biodiversity.
Infrastructure Resilience: One of the key research areas is the design of resilient infrastructure, capable of dealing with extreme climate events, natural disasters and other threats. This theme directly links to SDGs 9 and 13, which concern the construction of resilient infrastructure and adaptation to climate change.
Sustainability Assessment: The use of advanced methodologies such as Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) allows to monitor and evaluate the environmental, social and economic impacts of infrastructure throughout its life cycle.

Structure and Organization

To achieve its mission, the department is structured to provide a highly qualified and multidisciplinary learning and research environment. It includes:

Faculty and researchers: A team of experts from different disciplines, including civil engineering, architecture, urban planning, energy engineering and transportation, with a high specialization in Project Management and BIM.
Laboratories and infrastructures: The department is equipped with modern laboratories equipped with advanced simulation tools, BIM software and other technologies for applied research.
Collaborations: The Department is strongly committed to collaborations with universities, research centers, companies and public institutions, both nationally and internationally, to promote the adoption of advanced solutions in the infrastructure field.
Study programs: The undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs are designed to train experts in sustainable infrastructure, including modules dedicated to Project Management, sustainable design and the use of BIM technologies.

Impact and Benefits

The Department of Sustainable Infrastructure is committed to:

Contributing to sustainable development: By training professionals with the skills to develop sustainable solutions, the Department actively contributes to the achievement of the SDGs, preparing professionals who can address global environmental and social challenges.
Addressing global challenges: The department helps address global challenges related to climate change, resource scarcity and urban growth, leveraging technological innovation and efficient management of resources.
Stimulating innovation: The Department plays an important role in stimulating innovation through research, the introduction of new technologies and the improvement of management practices in the infrastructure sector.
Promoting social responsibility: By raising awareness and training professionals capable of designing infrastructure for the common good, the Department contributes to the well-being of future generations, strengthening the link with the values of social responsibility.

Monitoring and Evaluation

The Department continuously monitors and evaluates the progress made towards the achievement of the SDGs, using precise and measurable indicators, to ensure the effectiveness of research and training activities. The results obtained are shared with the academic community and the public, promoting transparency and commitment to a more sustainable future.

In conclusion, the University Department of Sustainable Infrastructure is a key element for the future, providing innovative solutions and training professionals ready to face global challenges, contributing to creating a more equitable, prosperous and sustainable world in line with the objectives of the UN Agenda 2030. University Department of Sustainable Infrastructure: A Center of Excellence for the Future

The University Department of Sustainable Infrastructure is configured as a center of academic and scientific excellence, focused on teaching, research and innovation in the infrastructure sector, with a clear vision oriented towards sustainability. The department not only aligns itself with the principles of the UN Agenda 2030, but also aims to become an international reference point for the training of professionals capable of designing, developing and managing infrastructures that respond to the environmental, social and economic challenges of the future.

Missions and Goals

The Department pursues a series of ambitious objectives, aimed at creating a synergy between training, research and innovation for a sustainable future:

Training high-quality professionals: The main objective of the department is to train engineers, architects, urban planners, planners and other professionals in the sector with the skills needed to design, build, manage and maintain sustainable infrastructure. These professionals will be prepared not only at a technical level, but also with a solid background in Project Management and in the use of advanced technologies, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), in order to respond to the increasingly sophisticated demands of the modern infrastructure market.
Promoting innovative research: The department is engaged in cutting-edge research to develop new technologies, materials and methodologies that improve the efficiency and sustainability of infrastructure. These research activities focus on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with particular attention to how innovation, including in the field of BIM, can help optimize resources and reduce the environmental impact of construction.
Encouraging collaboration and industrial innovation: The Department promotes an environment of continuous innovation through collaboration with the industrial world, public institutions and civil society. These collaborations are essential to solve the challenges related to the sustainability of infrastructure and accelerate the implementation of solutions in line with the goals of the UN Agenda 2030, including the digitalization of processes through BIM and the adoption of advanced Project Management methodologies.
Spreading knowledge and raising public awareness: Another fundamental aspect of the department’s mission is the dissemination of the culture of sustainable infrastructure. The Department is actively engaged in the dissemination of knowledge, organizing seminars, conferences and awareness-raising activities on sustainability issues and innovative solutions applied to the infrastructure sector.

Areas of Study and Research

The Department focuses on a broad range of areas of study and research, each aimed at contributing significantly to improving the sustainability of infrastructure:

Sustainable Materials: The Department is actively engaged in the development and application of innovative construction materials that are low-impact, recyclable, recycled and bio-based. These materials are essential to reduce pollution and the use of non-renewable resources in construction.
Eco-design: Eco-design methods are crucial to minimize the environmental impact of infrastructure. The use of BIM tools allows for accurate simulation and analysis of environmental performance, optimizing the use of resources and promoting greater resilience to global challenges.
Sustainable Energy Infrastructure: The Department focuses on the design and management of energy systems for infrastructure that are not only efficient, but also powered by renewable sources. The focus on renewable energy and energy efficiency is central to achieving the SDGs, in particular SDG 7, which promotes access to clean and sustainable energy.
Sustainable mobility: Another area of research concerns the design and management of transport systems that reduce environmental impact, promote active mobility and improve accessibility. The solutions developed are in line with SDG 11, which promotes inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities.
Sustainable water management: The department is also dedicated to the design of solutions for water management, including advanced water collection, treatment and distribution systems, and the sustainable management of storm water. This is crucial to ensure compliance with SDG 6, which focuses on clean water and sanitation for all.
Green infrastructure: The integration of green solutions into infrastructure, such as green roofs and sustainable urban drainage systems, is essential to improve air quality, reduce the heat island effect and promote biodiversity.
Infrastructure resilience: One of the key areas of research concerns the design of resilient infrastructure, capable of dealing with extreme weather events, natural disasters and other threats. This theme directly links to SDGs 9 and 13, which concern building resilient infrastructure and adapting to climate change.
Sustainability assessment: The use of advanced methodologies such as life cycle analysis (LCA) and strategic environmental assessment (SEA) allows to monitor and evaluate the environmental, social and economic impacts of infrastructure throughout its life cycle.

Structure and Organization

To achieve its mission, the department is structured to provide a highly qualified and multidisciplinary learning and research environment. It includes:

Professors and researchers: A team of experts from different disciplines, including civil engineering, architecture, urban planning, energy engineering and transport, with a high specialization in Project Management and BIM.
Laboratories and infrastructures: The department is equipped with modern laboratories equipped with advanced simulation tools, BIM software and other technologies for applied research.
Collaborations: The Department is strongly engaged in collaborations with universities, research centers, companies and public institutions, both nationally and internationally, to promote the adoption of advanced solutions in the infrastructure field.
Study programs: The undergraduate, master’s and PhD courses are designed to train experts in sustainable infrastructures, including modules dedicated to Project Management, sustainable design and the use of BIM technologies.

Impact and Benefits

The Department of Sustainable Infrastructure is committed to:

Contribute to sustainable development: By training professionals with the skills to develop sustainable solutions, the Department actively contributes to the achievement of the SDGs, preparing professionals who can address global environmental and social challenges.
Address global challenges: The department helps address global challenges related to climate change, resource scarcity and urban growth, leveraging technological innovation and efficient resource management.
Stimulate innovation: The Department plays an important role in stimulating innovation through research, the introduction of new technologies and the improvement of management practices in the infrastructure sector.
Promote social responsibility: By raising awareness and training professionals capable of designing infrastructure for the common good, the Department contributes to the well-being of future generations, strengthening the link with the values of social responsibility.

Monitoring and Evaluation

Conclusion

In summary, UNIPACE’s various departments offer a high-quality multidisciplinary education, prepared by an exceptional teaching staff. Each of them is committed to training professionals capable of facing the challenges of the modern world, promoting values of peace, sustainability and social justice. The combination of theory and practice, together with a strong orientation towards innovation and social responsibility, makes UNIPACE a unique and stimulating environment for students’ personal and professional growth.
Thanks to their expertise and dedication, UNIPACE’s teachers contribute to creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment, essential for preparing global citizens ready to respond to the challenges of our time. With a clear vision and an unwavering commitment to excellence, UNIPACE continues to develop leaders who can make a difference in the world.

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