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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Global Sustainable Tourism

UCSI University

Level

bachelor

Duration

3 years

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Entry Exams

MUET

Tuition Fee

RM 100,924 (International, approximate total)

Intake

January, May and September

Program Overview

Graduates of this programme will be equipped to drive positive change in the tourism sector, addressing critical global challenges such as climate change, cultural preservation and social equity. By implementing sustainable practices and innovative solutions, they can help transform tourism into a force for good, contributing to the conservation of natural resources, the empowerment of local communities and the promotion of cross-cultural understanding on a global scale.

In the classroom, students can expect a dynamic and engaging learning environment that combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications. The programme will offer a blend of lectures, case studies, field trips and hands-on projects that simulate real-world scenarios in the tourism industry. This immersive approach will prepare students to tackle complex sustainability issues, develop critical thinking skills and foster creativity in problem-solving.

Through collaborative work, internships and interactions with industry experts, students will gain valuable experience and build a professional network, positioning them to make a meaningful impact in the field of sustainable tourism upon graduation.

Key Modules

  • 1Business Communication
  • 2Fundamentals of Hospitality and Tourism Industry
  • 3Introduction to Hospitality Accounting
  • 4Adventure and Ecotourism
  • 5Tourism and Heritage Planning
  • 6Principles of Marketing
  • 7Malaysian Experiential Tourism
  • 8Destination Marketing and Management
  • 9Cross Cultural Studies
  • 10Hospitality and Tourism Law
  • 11Japanese Language
  • 12German Language
  • 13Mandarin Language
  • 14Korean Language
  • 15French Language
  • 16Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3
  • 17Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • 18Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • 19University Life
  • 20Kursus Integriti & Anti-Rasuah (KIAR)
  • 21Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1
  • 22Entrepreneurship
  • 23Tourism Product Design and Development
  • 24Global Sustainable Tourism Development
  • 25Sustainability in Business and Innovation
  • 26Hospitality and Tourism Human Resource Management
  • 27Introduction to Management and Organisation Theory
  • 28Social Responsibility in the Global Hospitality and Tourism Industry
  • 29Business Research Methods
  • 30Climate Change, the Global Environment and Society
  • 31Sustainability Team Management
  • 32Global Media and Society Sustainability
  • 33Industry Placement I
  • 34Extra-curricular Learning Experience 2
  • 35Sustainable Logistic and Transportation
  • 36Coastal and Marine Tourism
  • 37Consumer Behaviour
  • 38Hospitality and Tourism Strategic Management
  • 39Tourism Planning, Development and Management
  • 40Global Perspectives on Water and Environment
  • 41Tourism and Business of Hotels
  • 42Leadership and Business Performance
  • 43Casino, Club and Resort Management
  • 44Convention Sales, Services and Operation
  • 45Independent Project A
  • 46Independent Project B
  • 47Industry Placement II
  • 48Extra-curricular Learning Experience 3
  • 49Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
  • 50Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • 51For International students:
  • 52Communication in Bahasa Melayu 2

Entry Requirements

  • A-Level (or equivalent)
  • A minimum of two (2) passes in A-Level subjects is required.
  • A minimum CGPA of 2.0 is required.
  • Foundation programme
  • A minimum CGPA of 2.0
  • Academic Requirements
  • English Language Requirements
  • For Local Students
  • SPM English Language
  • 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
  • UEC English Language
  • In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
  • For International Students
  • Cambridge Linguaskill
  • Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
  • Pearson Test of English
  • Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS
  • International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and / or the outcome of the English Placement Test.
  • The applicants who have met the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement may be advised by Faculty to improve their proficiency by undertaking the additional English proficiency courses.

Career Prospects

  • Educators
  • Consultants
  • Journalism/sustainable tourism
  • Sustainable tourism manager
  • Tourism development planner
  • Eco-tourism specialist
  • Sustainability consultant for tourism
  • Destination marketing and sustainability specialist
  • Cultural heritage manager
  • Tourism policy analyst

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