Acquisition of knowledge on this relatively less represented cultural context of Anatolian (and Eastern Mediterranean) history; improvement of skills and attitudes to deal with, and protect, without bias, the heritage of this civilization

Knowledge: Creation of a cultural background in terms of architectural history, topography, and built environment of the Late Antique and Byzantine periods in Anatolia and the Eastern Mediterranean, and the expertise of using the relevant literature

Skills: Improvement of skills and abilities to develop independent research and critical awareness in working in, or with, all inter-related disciplines investigating the past (history, history of art and architecture, archeology etc)

Attitudes: Development of awareness and sensibility towards cultural diversity and utmost care for the cultural heritage of all civilizations