THE MASTER
Master in Cultural Tourism, the first official master's degree in Spain in this area, takes on this challenge in its education plan with a special focus on the tourist management of cultural heritage and food products, aimed at cultural and tourism students, experts and managers. UdG, located in a region rich in history and cultural heritage, provides an ideal setting for studying cultural tourism.
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The Master in Cultural Tourism is an on-campus Master's degree programme, with teaching taking place in the afternoons from October to March and the work placement and thesis project in June. The master also provides teaching outside the classroom, with industry professionals, numerous excursions, and two fieldtrips.
Master in Tourism Management and Planning
The master's degree is aimed at providing students with advanced knowledge in tourism to enable them to take on expert and management positions in companies and public authorities and to work as a qualified member of staff in the world of professional consultancy, entrepreneurial innovation and academic study in the field of tourism.
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The concept of the master’s, is based on the huge complexity of tourism as a phenomenon that calls for professionals with an overall, very extensive knowledge of the different disciplines associated with the subject area. An advanced knowledge of strategic management, innovation, marketing, land planning, heritage and culture management economy and finances and legislation is essential in taking decisions in an effective and competent way in any task related with tourism.
THE UNIVERSITY
University of Girona
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The University of Girona (UdG) is a public university located in Girona, Catalonia, Spain. Established in 1991, it carries forward a long academic tradition dating back to the 16th century. UdG is known for its strong commitment to research, innovation, and regional development. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs across disciplines such as sciences, humanities, engineering, social sciences, and health sciences.
SUMMARY
DURATION
1 year
LOCATION
Girona, Spain
DEGREE
Master of Science
KEY WORDS
Cultural Tourism
Gastronomy Tourism
UNESCO & Heritage Sites
Heritage Management
Tourism Innovation
Cultural Policies
Field Trips
Industry Collaboration
Internship.
KEY SUBJECTS
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Technological Management of Tourism Information
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Culinary Heritage and Culture
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Gastronomic Tourism Management
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Tourism Innovation
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Image and Branding in Destinations
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Economic Management of Cultural Heritage
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Legal Foundations for Cultural Tourism Management
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From Cultural Management to Cultural Tourism Management
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Tourism Planning for Urban Destinations
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Tourism Management of Museums and Collections
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Tourism Management of Heritage and UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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Communication, Promotion, and Marketing of Cultural Tourism
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Cultural Tourism Project Management
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Cultural Tourism Products
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Cooperation, Policies, and Strategies in Cultural Tourism
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Tourism Studies (Turismology)
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Qualitative Research Methodologies
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Quantitative Research Methodologies