Syllabus

Applied Project in Tourism

Code
GTR2HA
Points
15 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Culture and Society
Subject field
Tourism Studies (TRU)
Group of Subjects
Tourism and Recreation Studies
Disciplinary Domain
Social Science, 100%
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
Tourism Studies1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G2F
Approved
Approved, 23 June 2020.
This syllabus is valid from 19 August 2020.
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Learning Outcomes

After completing the course, students will be able to:

  • Identify, formulate and discuss problems and opportunities relating to the practices and vision of a tourism, leisure and hospitality organisation.
  • Establish and present a plan for a clearly defined project linked to an organisation.
  • Discuss acquired knowledge concerning the activities of the organisation with a connection to the project.
  • Connect previously acquired theoretical knowledge with practical application in the project and discuss this.

Course Content

At the start of the course, students will agree on a project related to tourism, hospitality or leisure in consultation with supervisors and representatives from an organisation. The project will be guided by knowledge previously acquired by the students and the needs of the organisation. Students will complete their projects on their own while receiving guidance both from teachers at Dalarna University staff and from the person responsible within the selected organisation. This support is specific to the needs of the individual student in terms of advice or information relating to the organisation. Students’ choice of organisation will influence the design and content of the project. Throughout the project, students will engage closely with the representative from their respective organisation.

Assessment

Mandatory seminars (6 credits), written assignments (4 credits) and a final report (5 credits).

Forms of Study

Seminars and project work. Other forms of study may be implemented.

Grades

The Swedish grades A–F.

Seminars: U-G
The grade is based on a collective assessment by the examiner.

Prerequisites

  • 90 credits in Social Science of which 45 credits in Tourism Studies

Other Information

Students are responsible for securing their own placement. However, the placement must be approved by the course coordinator prior to its commencement. The placement may be completed in another country and partly by distance. Students are themselves responsible for any costs relating to travel, food, accommodation and any other costs associated with the course.

Participation in the course requires access to a computer and good quality internet connection.