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Course Description
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Course Name
Contemporary Issues and Debates in Global Niche Tourism
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Host University
University of the Western Cape
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
Hospitality
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Host University Units
10 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units3
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Main Content:
Theory and case studies concerning contemporary issues and debates in global tourism and on
tourism niches eg. Cultural tourism, wildlife tourism, sport tourism, adventure tourism, health tourism, religious tourism.Main Outcomes:
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
? know about and be able to discuss key controversies in the (re)production and consumption of tourism, and in tourism values
? understand why and how niche tourism has developed and how it operates globallyPre-requisites: At least two second year tourism modules
Breakdown of Learning Time:
Contact with lecturer/tutor: 22 hours
Assignments & tasks: 32 hours
Tests & exams: 6 hours
Self study: 40 hoursAssessment:
Class tests and assignments: 50%
Examination: 50%
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.