Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism (PGDipTour)
The Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism course was introduced at Otago University in 2006. This course is designed for students who have graduated with a tourism Bachelor's degree (BTour or similar e.g. Leisure Studies, BCom with Minor in Tourism). This programme has replaced what was the Graduate Diploma in Tourism. For students who do not have an undergraduate degree in Tourism, please refer to the DipGrad in Tourism.
This course of study comprises lectures, seminars, e-learning, field and practical work. The PGDipTour enables students to further specialise in Tourism and / or is also a bridging year between undergraduate study and thesis only postgraduate e.g. Masters and PhD study.
The Diploma aims to provide an advanced level of understanding of different fields at a graduate level, including the following subjects:
- TOUR 302 Destination Analysis
- TOUR 411 Tourist Behaviour
- TOUR 415 Wilderness and Marine Tourism
- TOUR 416 Entrepreneurship in Tourism
- TOUR 417 Tourism Analysis
- TOUR 418 Destination Management Strategies
- TOUR 419 Tourism & Regional Development
- TOUR 420 A Special Topic in Tourism
- TOUR 421 A Special Topic in Tourism
- TOUR 420 A Special Topic in Tourism* (see below for topics)
- TOUR 421 A Special Topic in Tourism* (see below for topics)
*Special Topics
Students wishing to progress to Postgraduate study e.g. Masters and PhD, may also be required to complete the following courses as part of their programme:
The course consists of a total of 144 points and can be taken on a part-time or full-time basis, with the option of on-campus or distance learning or a combination of both.
Entry Requirements
BTour or similar degree. Normally a B average in final year of study.
Entry into the programme is by application only.
Application
Application for New Zealand students: Open the application form (PDF, 392KB), print it, complete it and post it back. If you are unable to print the form, contact the department for a copy :
Department of Tourism,
University of Otago,
PO Box 56,
Dunedin
Email tourism@otago.ac.nz
International students apply through the international website: http://www.otago.ac.nz/international/index.php
Regulations
The Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism (PGDipTour) are available at http://www.otago.ac.nz/courses/qualifications/pgdiptour.html
Enquiries
For more information, please contact Diana Evans on diana.evans@otago.ac.nz