Main Field of Study and progress level:
Human Geography: Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Grading scale: AF
Responsible department: Department of Geography
Contents
The course addresses the interrelationship of tourism and regional development. This is done by highlighting the economic, socio-cultural and environmental impacts of tourism in various geographical contexts. Theories of regional development are discussed regarding the role of tourism. Moreover, policy and planning for tourism and regional development are addressed. Practical studies of public tourism policies contribute to improve the students understanding of strategic tourism development.
Expected learning outcomes
After completing the course the student should be able to
- critically assess ideas and theories of tourism and regional development,
- distinguish and criticize impacts of politics on tourism,
- assess various planning methods for tourism development, and
- plan for tourism development.
Required Knowledge
Univ: 120 ECTS, 60 ECTS of which in human geography or equivalently.
Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English A (IELTS (Academic) with a minimum overall score of 5.5 and no individual score below 5.0. TOEFL PBT (Paper-based Test) with a minimum total score of 530 and a minimum TWE score of 4. TOEFL IBT (Internet-based Test) with a minimum total score of 72 and a minimum score of 17 on the Writing Section).
Form of instruction
The teaching consists of lectures and seminars. The seminars are compulsory. Relevant gender aspects will be dealt with during the course. The teaching is in English.
Examination modes
The course is examined by two individual, compulsory assignments to be presented at seminars and in written reports. The assignments and the whole course are graded according to the scale A FX.
Examination based on the same syllabus as at the ordinary examination is guaranteed during two years after the first registration to the course.
It is not possible to appeal against a received grade, i.e. to get it examined by a higher authority, but a student can always criticize the grading or ask another examiner to reconsider the examination.
When a student has failed an examination on two occasions, he or she has a right to have another grading teacher. A written request for an alternative examiner should be handed in to the director of studies.
ACADEMIC CREDIT TRANSFER
Credit transfer is always examined individually.
