Aims and Objectives First level degree

Programme

The programme aims:

• to provide the solid background in a wide range of tourism-related subjects
• to form professionals in the field of tourism of the Mediterranean area
• to be thought-provoking and to offer opportunities for research and debate through the organization of conferences and meetings with authorities in the field.

Programme outline and methodology

The degree course is grounded in a view of tourism as an economic phenomenon but also as an opportunity for cross-cultural communication and dialogue. The programme aims to be a means for the promotion of a European and Mediterranean identity and the cooperation with the southern territories of this area.

Emphasis is placed on seminal issues such as cultural, sustainable and responsible tourism.

The programme has an interdisciplinary approach in terms of both content and methodology. It includes a number of strictly intertwined subjects from different fields, such as economics, communication, humanities and tourism law.

Italian is the official language of the courses. Some courses might be held also in English or French.
Key features of the Campus Formula are limited enrolment and mandatory attendance. This guarantees an intensive and personalized learning experience, in close contact with the instructors and the tutors.
The programme aims to promote a constant contact with public institutions and tourism business and professions. For this purpose, internships and student exchanges are organized.