Program Overview
The programme of studies is designed to develop your intellectual abilities and promote a deeper understanding of the current themes facing the cultural sector and its connection with tourism. This segment of tourism needs professionals who know how to present and offer cultural products in the best way so as to offer a better service to more and more tourists and thus help to strengthen the industry in this segment. The study-units offer exposure to advanced research, innovation management techniques, cultural themes and their relation and application to tourism, a practicum and a dissertation. You will learn about key texts, policy documents, white papers and other seminal documents prepared at national, regional or world level by organisations working in tourism and culture. These documents will serve as the basis on which you will build the subject knowledge required to meet the aims and objectives outlined in this degree programme. The programme of studies is designed to develop your intellectual abilities and promote a deeper understanding of the current themes facing the cultural sector and its connection with tourism. This segment of tourism needs professionals who know how to present and offer cultural products in the best way so as to offer a better service to more and more tourists and thus help to strengthen the industry in this segment. The study-units offer exposure to advanced research, innovation management techniques, cultural themes and their relation and application to tourism, a practicum and a dissertation. You will learn about key texts, policy documents, white papers and other seminal documents prepared at national, regional or world level by organisations working in tourism and culture. These documents will serve as the basis on which you will build the subject knowledge required to meet the aims and objectives outlined in this degree programme. The programme of studies is designed to develop your intellectual abilities through the provision
Career Opportunities
The course will reinforce the knowledge, skills and methods if you are already operating in the sector, thus giving you an edge over your competitors. It also provides a base for career advancement, as the course puts you in an advantageous position with regard to the specialisation and knowledge base. Furthermore, if you wish to enter the cultural heritage and tourism sectors, you will have the right qualifications to be chosen or to set up your own enterprise. Further studies can lead to a Ph.D. with a specialisation in the areas being covered ֠such opportunities being offered by a large number of universities in the world, not least at the University of Malta.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) TTC5005 Cities of Culture 5 ECTS TTC5009 Exhibiting Cultures: The Arts and the Media 5 ECTS TTC5204 Research Methods 1 5 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) TTC5006 Practicum in the Cultural Sector 5 ECTS TTC5008 Religious Heritage and Niche Tourism 5 ECTS TTC5205 Research Methods 2 5 ECTS Year 2 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) GEO5012 Cultural and Geographic Landscapes in Tourism 5 ECTS TTC5007 Traditions and the Tourism Product 5 ECTS TTC5010 Mediterranean Cultural Values 5 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) TTC5001 Cultural Tourism and the European Dimension 5 ECTS TTC5002 Cultural Legislation and Policy 5 ECTS TTC5003 The Marketing and Management of Culture 5 ECTS Summer Semester Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) TTC5208 Dissertation 30 ECTS * Work on the dissertation is expected to start in Semester 2 of academic year 2025-26 and continue up to the end of the Summer Semester of academic year 2025-26. This programme of study is governed by the General Regulations for University Postgraduate Awards, 2021 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of the degree of Master of Arts in Cultural Sustainability and Tourism - M.A. - under the auspices of the Faculty of Economics, Management and Accountancy.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of: Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications a Bachelor degree from this University, or another recognised university, with at least Second Class Honours or Category II in Tourism Studies or in other related areas deemed suitable by the Board or a Bachelor degree from this University, or another recognised university, obtained with Third Class Honours or Category III, in Tourism Studies or related areas deemed suitable by the Board, provided that they have obtained other qualifications, including relevant experience, following their first cycle degree. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt , and our team will be more than happy to help. After you receive an offer from us, our International Office will assist you with visas, accommodation and other related issues.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
€10,800 (Non-EU)
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 3 years
- Credits 90
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