AUT - Bachelor of Tourism Studies
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Bachelor of Tourism Studies
Social Sciences major
Tourism is important for communities around the world. A tourism major that focuses on the social aspects of tourism helps you better understand tourists and host communities.
The Social Sciences major in the Bachelor of Tourism Studies (BTS) focuses on the effect of tourism ventures on communities. It combines the approaches of key social sciences: sociology, psychology, political studies, anthropology and economics. You develop a sound understanding of the society in which we live – individuals, families, communities, whanau, aiga, iwi, groups, organisations, governments and cultures.
- Combines an overview of the tourism industry with an understanding of how tourism affects communities
- Only university degree in tourism studies in Auckland
- Opportunity to complete a research project in an area of your interest
- Research excellence and supervision available in heritage tourism, and cultural and indigenous tourism
- Work-integrated learning including opportunities for co-op, internships and work placements
- Strong industry links with airlines, travel agencies, tour operators and other tourism industry organisations
- Close ties with AUT’s New Zealand Tourism Research Institute
- Academic staff with strong tourism industry experience from around the world
- Opportunities to study overseas in countries like Canada, Hong Kong, Scotland or Germany as part of your tourism degree
More information about the Bachelor of Tourism Studies
Entry requirements
Structure and content
285001 Introduction to Psychology A
285006 Introduction to Economics
285007 Introduction to Anthropology
285104 Research and Analysis
285702 Introduction to Sociology
285706 New Zealand Political Studies
286101 States and Nations
286102 Applied Ethics
286103 Individuals and Identities
286104 Families and Communities
286105 Cultures and Societies
286742 Methods of Social Research
287201 Asian and Pacific Issues
287202 Applied Social Theory
287203 International Relations
287003 Multicultural Communities
287207 Globalisation, Innovation and Change
287208 Critical Issues in Cultural and Social Psychology
287300 Research Project
Career opportunities
- Cultural tourism ventures
- Historical tourism ventures
- Research and analysis into the impacts of tourism on communities
- Tourism business entrepreneurship