Master of Sustainable Tourism and Heritage (1920)
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 1920
- AQF Level: 9
CRICOS Code: 110871D
This program applies to students who commenced in 2023 or later.
Students should follow the program structure for the session start date relevant to the year they commenced.
This program provides students with the specialist knowledge and skills required to shape the future of the tourism and heritage sectors in Australia and internationally. Graduates will be equipped to deliver sustainability and innovation outcomes through working in a variety of managerial, operational, policy, planning and research roles. The program allows students to complete specialisations from a variety of themes, including: human resource management, innovation and entrepreneurship, international development, management, marketing, and planning and place making. Students are provided pathways to employment through work placements, applied projects and opportunities to engage with high-profile industry and government partners.
Early Exits
Students may exit with a 1921 Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Tourism Futures (exit only) upon completion of at least 80 credit points as specified in the program structure.
Students may exit with a 1922 Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Tourism Futures (exit only) upon completion of at least 40 credit points as specified in the program structure.
Study Mode
Two years full-time or four years part-time
Program Advice
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parramatta City Campus - Macquarie Street | Full time | Internal | See above |
| Parramatta City Campus - Macquarie Street | Part time | Internal | See above |
Work Integrated Learning
Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline. This program includes a placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.
There is a mandatory work component required for completion of this program. Please contact the Program Advisor listed above for information.
International students should also refer to the link below for more information and a link to the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
Master of Sustainable Tourism and Heritage - 2 Year Pathway (160 credit points)
Applicants must have successfully completed
- a bachelor degree, or higher, in any discipline, or
- an advanced diploma, or equivalent, in tourism, heritage, geography, social science, cultural studies, humanities, business, hospitality, events, environmental management, or a related discipline AND five years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial or professional level in roles related to tourism, heritage and/or the visitor economy
Master of Sustainable Tourism and Heritage - 1.5 Year Pathway (120 credit points)
Applicants must have successfully completed
- a bachelor degree, or higher, in tourism, heritage, geography, social science, cultural studies, humanities, business, hospitality, events, environmental management, or a related discipline; or
- a bachelor degree, or higher, in any discipline and a minimum of two years full-time equivalent work experience in roles related to tourism, heritage and/or the visitor economy; or
- a bachelor degree, or higher, in any discipline AND a minimum of five years full-time equivalent general work experience; or
- an advanced diploma, or equivalent, in tourism, heritage, geography, social science, cultural studies, humanities, business, hospitality, events, environmental management, or a related discipline AND five years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial or professional level in roles related to tourism, heritage and/or the visitor economy
Master of Sustainable Tourism and Heritage - 1 Year Pathway (80 credit points)
Applicants must have successfully completed
- an honours degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma or higher, in tourism, heritage, geography, social science, cultural studies, humanities, business, hospitality, events, environmental management, or a related discipline; or
- a bachelor degree in tourism, heritage, geography, social science, cultural studies, humanities, business, hospitality, events, environmental management, or a related discipline and a minimum of two years full-time equivalent work experience in roles related to tourism and/or heritage
Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas may be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly through the Western Portal. Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.
http://www.uac.edu.au/
https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
All other International applicants must apply directly to the University via the International Office.
International students applying to the University through the International Office can find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on their website.
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.
The program length and structure varies based on the student’s previous study background and work experience. Please refer to the recommended sequence for your admission pathway and intake.
160 Credit Point Pathway
Successful completion of this pathway requires the completion of 100 credit points of core and focus subjects, and 60 credit points of elective subjects. Elective subjects can be used to complete a major or minor. Recommendations for related majors and minors are available below.
120 Credit Point Pathway
Successful completion of this pathway requires the completion of 80 credit points of core and focus subjects, and 40 credit points of elective subjects. Students can complete an additional elective subject if they do not wish to complete an industry placement. Elective subjects can be used to complete a major or minor. Recommendations for related majors and minors are available below.
80 Credit Point Pathway
Successful completion of this pathway requires the completion of 80 credit points of core and focus subjects (this includes 70 prescribed credit points of core subjects and a 10 credit point focus subject which may be ARCH 7006 Urban Planning Placement Project, a program pool subject or an elective subject).
Program Pool Subjects
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 7002 | Heritage and Planning | 10 |
| WELF 7029 | Indigenous Australia: History, Knowledge and Professional Practice | 10 |
| HUMN 7044 | Theories of Difference and Diversity | 10 |
| ARCH 7020 | Cool Green Cities | 10 |
| ARCH 7001 | Developing Sustainable Places | 10 |
| POLI 7002 | Translation from Theory and Research to Policy | 10 |
Recommended 40 credit point PG Minors
0321 Planning and Place Making
Recommended 60 credit point PG Majors
0134 Human Resource Management
Master of Sustainable Tourism and Heritage - 2 year pathway
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 160 credit points as per the recommended sequence below.
Start Year Intake
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Autumn session | Credit Points | |
| TOUR 5001 | Sustainable Tourism and Heritage | 10 |
| TOUR 5002 | Frontiers in Sustainable Tourism Practice and Places | 10 |
| And | ||
| Two program pool subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| TOUR 6003 | Sustainable Visitor Economies | 10 |
| TOUR 6004 | Data Capture and Creative Communication | 10 |
| And | ||
| Two elective/major/minor subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| TOUR 6001 | Tourism, Heritage and Events Policy and Governance | 10 |
| And | ||
| Three elective/major/minor subjects | 30 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| TOUR 6002 | Critical Issues for Heritage and Tourism Futures: Assessed Seminars | 10 |
| ENVL 7003 | Urban Research Report | 10 |
| ARCH 7006 | Urban Planning Placement Project | 10 |
| And | ||
| One elective subject | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 160 | |
Mid Year Intake
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring session | Credit Points | |
| TOUR 6003 | Sustainable Visitor Economies | 10 |
| TOUR 6004 | Data Capture and Creative Communication | 10 |
| And | ||
| Two program pool subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Autumn session | ||
| TOUR 5001 | Sustainable Tourism and Heritage | 10 |
| TOUR 5002 | Frontiers in Sustainable Tourism Practice and Places | 10 |
| And | ||
| Two elective/major/minor subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Spring session | ||
| TOUR 6002 | Critical Issues for Heritage and Tourism Futures: Assessed Seminars | 10 |
| And | ||
| Three elective/major/minor subjects | 30 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Autumn session | ||
| TOUR 6001 | Tourism, Heritage and Events Policy and Governance | 10 |
| ENVL 7003 | Urban Research Report | 10 |
| ARCH 7006 | Urban Planning Placement Project | 10 |
| And | ||
| One elective subject | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 160 | |
Master of Sustainable Tourism and Heritage 1.5 Year Pathway
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 120 credit points as per the recommended sequence below.
Start Year Intake
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Autumn session | Credit Points | |
| TOUR 5001 | Sustainable Tourism and Heritage | 10 |
| TOUR 5002 | Frontiers in Sustainable Tourism Practice and Places | 10 |
| And | ||
| Two elective/major/minor subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| TOUR 6003 | Sustainable Visitor Economies | 10 |
| TOUR 6004 | Data Capture and Creative Communication | 10 |
| TOUR 6002 | Critical Issues for Heritage and Tourism Futures: Assessed Seminars | 10 |
| And | ||
| One elective/major/minor subject | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| TOUR 6001 | Tourism, Heritage and Events Policy and Governance | 10 |
| ENVL 7003 | Urban Research Report | 10 |
| And | ||
| One elective subject | 10 | |
| ARCH 7006 | Urban Planning Placement Project | 10 |
| Or | ||
| Program pool subject | ||
| Or | ||
| One elective subject | ||
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 120 | |
Mid Year Intake
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring session | Credit Points | |
| TOUR 6003 | Sustainable Visitor Economies | 10 |
| TOUR 6004 | Data Capture and Creative Communication | 10 |
| And | ||
| Two elective/major/minor subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Autumn session | ||
| TOUR 5001 | Sustainable Tourism and Heritage | 10 |
| TOUR 5002 | Frontiers in Sustainable Tourism Practice and Places | 10 |
| TOUR 6001 | Tourism, Heritage and Events Policy and Governance | 10 |
| And | ||
| One elective/major/minor subject | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Spring session | ||
| TOUR 6002 | Critical Issues for Heritage and Tourism Futures: Assessed Seminars | 10 |
| ENVL 7003 | Urban Research Report | 10 |
| And | ||
| One elective subject | 10 | |
| And | ||
| ARCH 7006 | Urban Planning Placement Project | 10 |
| Or | ||
| Program pool subject | ||
| Or | ||
| One elective subject | ||
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 120 | |
Master of Sustainable Tourism and Heritage - 1 Year Pathway
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 80 credit points as per the recommended sequence below.
Start Year Intake
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Autumn session | Credit Points | |
| TOUR 5001 | Sustainable Tourism and Heritage | 10 |
| TOUR 5002 | Frontiers in Sustainable Tourism Practice and Places | 10 |
| TOUR 6001 | Tourism, Heritage and Events Policy and Governance | 10 |
| ENVL 7003 | Urban Research Report | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| TOUR 6003 | Sustainable Visitor Economies | 10 |
| TOUR 6004 | Data Capture and Creative Communication | 10 |
| TOUR 6002 | Critical Issues for Heritage and Tourism Futures: Assessed Seminars | 10 |
| And | ||
| ARCH 7006 | Urban Planning Placement Project | 10 |
| Or | ||
| Program pool subject | ||
| Or | ||
| One elective subject | ||
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |
Mid Year Intake
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring session | Credit Points | |
| TOUR 6003 | Sustainable Visitor Economies | 10 |
| TOUR 6004 | Data Capture and Creative Communication | 10 |
| TOUR 6002 | Critical Issues for Heritage and Tourism Futures: Assessed Seminars | 10 |
| ENVL 7003 | Urban Research Report | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Autumn session | ||
| TOUR 5001 | Sustainable Tourism and Heritage | 10 |
| TOUR 5002 | Frontiers in Sustainable Tourism Practice and Places | 10 |
| TOUR 6001 | Tourism, Heritage and Events Policy and Governance | 10 |
| And | ||
| ARCH 7006 | Urban Planning Placement Project | 10 |
| Or | ||
| Program pool subject | ||
| Or | ||
| One elective subject | ||
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |