International Tourism Management

The International Tourism Management program at Dalarna University is a comprehensive and dynamic education designed to prepare students for a successful career in the global tourism industry. This program provides a solid foundation in the principles of tourism, encompassing areas such as sustainable development, customer service, marketing, and strategic planning. Students will gain practical skills through project-based learning, industry collaborations, and internships that facilitate real-world experience and networking opportunities. The curriculum emphasizes cultural awareness, innovative thinking, and business acumen to equip graduates with the ability to meet the diverse needs of travelers and tourism organizations worldwide. Courses are taught by experienced faculty members with extensive industry expertise, ensuring that students receive both theoretical knowledge and practical insights. The program promotes an international perspective, encouraging students to understand tourism global dynamics and intercultural communication. Utilizing Dalarna University’s strong connections with the tourism sector, students have access to visits, guest lecturers, and collaborative projects with industry partners. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in travel companies, hotel chains, event management, tourism consultancy, and destination development, among others. The program also fosters entrepreneurial skills, enabling students to develop their own tourism-related business ideas. With a focus on sustainability and responsible tourism, the program aims to cultivate socially conscious professionals who can contribute positively to the development of the tourism industry. The International Tourism Management program at Dalarna University is an excellent choice for individuals passionate about exploring diverse cultures, driven by the desire to enhance travel experiences, and committed to shaping the future of global tourism.

Detailed Course Facts

• Free
• EUR 11100 Year (Non-EEA)
• Free

First tuition fee instalment: 42,000 SEK

Total tuition fee: 306,400 SEK

• English

Course Content

The programme is a three-year bachelor's degree in Tourism Studies. All courses are taught in English. After passing all courses, including the thesis work, students are awarded the Degree of Bachelor of Science with a Major in Tourism Studies. The programme comprises 180 credits (1 credit = 1 ECTS) and begins at the end of August, which is the start of the autumn semester.

Year 1

• Introduction to Tourism and Destination Development (TR1015)
• Tourism and Society (TR1014)
• Spatial and Economic Aspects of Tourism (TR1013)
• Management Accounting Basic
• Tourism Marketing
• Organizational Theory
• Tourism Economics I

Year 2

• Introduction to GIS
• Data Analysis and Statistics
• GIS Applied to Market Analyses
• Resources and Products for Tourism
• Service Management
• Sustainable Destination Planning and Development

Year 3

AUTUMN SEMESTER

• Tourism Studies (Abroad)OR, choose four courses taught at Dalarna University:

• Developing Digital Guides
• Event Management (TR1007)
• Destination Strategy and Risk Management
• Cultural Tourism
• European Business
• Tourism Economics II
• Cultural Awareness in Hospitality and Tourism (TR1011)
• Intermediate Microeconomics - Undergraduate Course
• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming
• Qualification Course in Database Systems for the Master's Programme in Business Intelligence

SPRING SEMESTER

• Research Methodology
• Bachelor Thesis

* 1 credit = 1 ECTS
1.5 credits coresponds to one week of full-time studies.
60 credits corresponds to one year of full-time studies.
For more information please contact the Programme Coordinator Helen Holmqvist (hho@du.se)

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 575 TOEFL iBT® test : 90

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

General entrance requirements and Civics A, English B and Mathematics B at Swedish upper secondary school, or equivalent knowledge. No knowledge of Swedish is required.

English Language Proficiency

English B is equivalent to the following:

• IELTS 6.5 no test below 5.5
• TOEFL internet 90, TWE 20
• TOEFL paper 575, TWE 4.5

University of Cambridge/Oxford

• Certificate in Advanced English
• Certificate of Proficiency
• Diploma of English Studies

Note:

• Applicants from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK and the USA do not have to prove their English proficiency.
• Applicants from West Africa can demonstrate their proficiency with a "Pass" in English language in WAEC/NECO tests.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Dalarna University.

Funding

There are a number of scholarships (worth up to 50% of the tuition fee) available for successful applicants to the International Tourism Management Programme who are applying from non-EU/EEA countries.

Students from the following countries are not eligible for these scholarships: Bangladesh, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Cambodia, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Uganda and Zambia.

Applicants from these countries may apply for Swedish Institute scholarships.

Value of Scholarships

• Up to 18 scholarships available that cover 25% of tuition fees for one year (60 credits).
• Up to 7 scholarships available that cover 50% of tuition fees for one year (60 credits).

Accreditation

Dalarna University is accredited by the Swedish Council for Higher Education.