Academic programme
Bachelor of Science (Sustainable Tourism Management)
Admissions
Entry requirements
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- A Degree from the University of Guyana or its equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Any qualification considered by the University to be equivalent to any of the above.
- A Diploma from the University of Guyana with a GPA of not less than 2.0 or its equivalent from any other recognized post secondary institution.
- At least five (5) subjects at CXC/CSEC (General Proficiency), Grades I, II or III (grade III from 1998) / five (5) passes at IGCSE/GCE 'O' level, grades A, B, or C. Subjects must incluse English Language and Mathematics.
- Three (3) subjects at the GCE Advanced Level plus two (2) subjects at the CXC/CSEC General Proficiency / GCE Ordinary Level not obtained at Advanced Level. English Language and Mathematics must be among the subjects passed.
- Two (2) subjects at the GCE Advanced Level plus three (3) subjects at CXC/CSEC Genera; Proficiency / GCE Ordinary Level not obtained at Advanced Level. English Language and Mathematics must be among the subjects passed.
- Ordinary Diploma in Commerce (ODC) from the Government Technical Institute (GTI) (Pass with Credit), plus three (3) subjects CXC/CSEC/IGCSE/GCE 'O' level.
- Ordinary Certificate in Business Studies from the Government Technical Institute (GTI) (Pass with Credit), plus three (3) subjects CXC/CSEC/IGCSE/GCE 'O' level.
- Certificate in Industrial Relations and Management from the Institute of Distance & Continuing Education (IDCE), plus two (2) subjects CXC/CSEC/IGCSE/GCE 'O' level.
- Mature students (21 years and over) plus four (4) subjects at CXC/CSEC/IGCSE/GCE 'O' level, creditable work experience, together with a 'Pass' at the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
Programme structure
Courses by year and semester
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First Year
Semester 1
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MNG1104 | Foundation Mathematics for Business | 3 | — |
| ENG1105 | Introduction to the Use of English | 4 | — |
| TST1104 | Introduction to World Tourism | 3 | — |
| MNG1103 | Orientation | 1 | — |
| SOC1100 | The Study of Society | 3 | — |
Semester 2
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MNG1201 | Business Mathematics | 3 | Prerequisite MNG 1104 |
| MNG1202 | Computer Studies | 3 | — |
| POL1200 | Introduction to Political Structures and Institutions | 3 | — |
| TST1204 | Lodging Practicum | 2 | — |
| ENG1205 | Use of English | 4 | — |
Second Year
Semester 1
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| TST2105 | Accommodation & Restaurant Management | 3 | — |
| AAA4104 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Use this slot to register for Mandarin Course CHN1100. |
| ENV1102 | Environment and Development in Guyana and the Caribbean | 3 | — |
| GEO1104 | Foundations of Human Geography | 3 | — |
| MNG2102 | Introduction to Critical Thinking | 3 | Prerequisites ENG1105 & ENG1205 |
Semester 2
6 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA4204 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Use this slot to register to Mandarin course CHN1200 |
| MNG2203 | Business Communication | 3 | Prerequisite ENG1105 |
| TST2209 | Eco-Tourism Development | 3 | — |
| TST2210 | Food and Beverage and Tour Operations Practicum | 2 | — |
| CST1207 | Guyana Studies | 4 | — |
| ECN1203 | Introductory Statistics | 3 | — |
Annual Attachment
1 course| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| VVV1101 | Elective (8 credits) | 8 | Choose from SPA 1003, PRT 1003, FRE 1003 OR CHN1100+CHN1200. Use AAA4104 & AAA4204 to register for the Mandarin courses. If choosing Mandarin select slot AAA in both semesters. |
Third Year
Semester 1
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| TST3111 | Community Based Tourism | 3 | Prerequisites TST 1104 & TST 2209 |
| TST3109 | History and Culture Tourism | 3 | Prerequisite CST1207 |
| TST3110 | Indigenous Peoples and Tourism | 3 | — |
| ECN1100 | Introductory Micro-Economics | 4 | — |
| ACT2102 | Principles of Accounting | 3 | — |
Semester 2
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACT2204 | Cost Accounting | 3 | — |
| TST3209 | Facilities & Attraction Management | 3 | Prerequisites TST 1104 & TST 2209 |
| TST3210 | Sustainable Tourism | 3 | Prerequisites TST 2209 & ENV 1102 |
| TST3211 | Tourism Planning & Policy | 3 | Prerequisites TST 1104 & TST 2209 |
| TST3212 | Tourism Policy Practicum | 3 | — |
Fourth Year
Semester 1
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| TST4105 | Hospitality & Tourism Law | 3 | — |
| TST4110 | Hospitality and Tourism Accounting | 3 | Prerequisites ACT 2102, ACT 2204, TST 1104 & TST 2105 |
| ENV4105 | Introduction to Environmental Impact Assessment | 4 | — |
| TST4111 | Tourism Economics | 3 | Prerequisite ECN 1100 |
| TST4109 | Tourism Research I | 3 | Prerequisites: All 1st to 3rd yr. courses |
Semester 2
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| TST4214 | Eco-Tourism Operations Management | 3 | Prerequisite TST 2209 |
| MNG3206 | Human Resource Management | 3 | — |
| TST4215 | Marketing Sustainable Tourism | 3 | — |
| TST4212 | Tourism Entrepreneurship & Events Management | 3 | — |
| TST4213 | Tourism Research 2 | 3 | Prerequisite TST 4109 |