TOUR 1002 Tourism and Global Trends
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 101901
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Description This unit introduces students to the foundational knowledge and skills required for tourism study at UWS and professional practice in a range of tourism related careers. This unit provides students with opportunities to familiarise themselves with the core concepts and basic theory of tourism management studies. It aims to equip students with an understanding of sustainable tourism, the tourism system, and mega trends of tourism. It covers the global complexity of the tourism industry; of the social, environmental, and political realities; and the role of governments - federal, state and local together with private enterprise in the development of tourism experience, industry practice, and destinations.
School Social Sciences
Discipline Tourism
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject
Equivalent Subjects TOUR 1001 - Tourism Sustainability and Global Trends
Incompatible Subjects LGYA 1263 - Sustainable Tourism in Practice LGYA 1262 - Managing Tourism
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple Choice | Three during the semester | 30 | Y | Individual |
| Report | 1,500 words per student | 30 | Y | Individual |
| End-of-session Exam | 2 hours, approximately 750 words | 40 | Y | Individual |
Teaching Periods