Abstract
Sustainable tourism and recreation is an industry sector of growing size and importance, with various models applied around the world to seek better environmental, economic and socio-cultural outcomes for natural areas, communities, businesses and destinations. This subject introduces key concepts of sustainable tourism and recreation and explores the practical application … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Introduction to sustainable tourism and recreation;Sustainable tourism and recreation definitions, markets and environments;Experiential, environmental, economic and socio-cultural aspects of sustainable tourism and recreation;Sustainable tourism and recreation planning and management; andSustainable tourism and recreation in the future
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
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be able to describe and communicate the key terminology, principles, concepts and theories underpinning sustainable tourism and recreation;
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be able to identify the experiential, environmental, socio-cultural and economic impacts of sustainable tourism and recreation and critically discuss their management;
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be able to review and analyse current issues and challenges in implementing sustainable management practises in sustainable tourism and recreation settings;
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be able to appraise and review fundamental strategies and frameworks associated with the implementation of sustainable tourism and recreation planning; and
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be able to define and apply best-practice principles for sustainable tourism and recreation settings