Vision

In the field of civil security, the BIGS is acknowledged as a respected research institution with international influence. This is reflected in the institute’s s teaching activities for students and young scholars, as well in as its training programs for working professionals.
The goal is to protect the Federal Republic of Germany, its liberal democratic institutions and its way of life from natural and man-made catastrophes, as well as terrorist attacks.
This is possible especially through multi- and interdisciplinary economics and social science research; through teaching and continuing education rooted in this research; and in the transfer of knowledge between academia, the business sector and society.

Contents

1. Background

2. Interdisciplinary Reseach Approach

3. Strategic Goals

4. Structure and Methods

5. Fields of Research