Tourism and Culture Management

Provide a solid scientific, technological and social learning, supported by a programme and courses that includes contact with real situations and laboratories experiences. This cycle of studies is based on the development of a diverse set of skills and competencies that permits excellent career opportunities and pursue postgraduate studies.

Objectives

The study programme aims at providing the students with a technical and humanistic background that will allow them to contribute to the Portuguese and European heritage in line with the sustainability of tourism industry.

The degree programme in Tourism and Culture Management prepares the students to join a wide range of organisations such as local, regional and central administration bodies; public and private heritage management organisations; public and private cultural animation organisations; tourist companies and resorts; tourist operators and travel agencies; consulting and project companies; international cooperation, particularly in the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries; professional education and training. Entrepreneurship in the Tourism sector as well as the creation of self-employment in several business sectors are potential career opportunities for graduates of this programme.