Master Of Gastronomic Tourism

This is a new new distance education (online learning) program commencing in May 2012. Applications for 2012 admission are now open.

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Price: $2500 per unit (12 weeks)

Explore the Food and Wine Tourism Experience.

The Master of Gastronomic Tourism will appeal to those with a passion for gastronomy and tourism, and industry professionals or those seeking related careers in hospitality, writing, or media. 

Delivered fully online by Southern Cross University, this unique program combines an academic approach to understanding food and drink within historical, cultural, and contemporary contexts, integrated with applied tourism business and management skills.

Topics range from sustainability and food security to contemporary trends in cuisine and culinary arts; from food writing for media to the history of gastronomy and the restaurant; and from small business management to entrepreneurship and the application of ethical business practices in tourism operations.

• A unique graduate program in applied gastronomy
• Delivered fully online for ultimate flexibility and convenience – study the full Masters or single units of interest from anywhere in the world
• International focus – study with others who share your desire for knowledge in this exciting field using a variety of case studies and content drawn from tourism cultures around the world
• Diverse range of food, wine and tourism-related career pathways
• An enthusiastic and informed group of academic staff who apply a range of perspectives that enhance understanding

Entry Criteria

• Bachelor degree
• Applications from individuals without relevant qualifications will also be considered based on relevant expertise and specialist experience.  Students accepted on this basis will initially be admitted for the Graduate Certificate.
• English Language proficiency (Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score below 5.5)

Duration

Students will study up to two units each trimester concurrently. Each year consists of three trimesters. Each trimester is 12 weeks in duration. Please note that not all units can be studied in each trimester.

Students can complete their studies in two years (full time equivalent).

Fees

The program cost is $2500 per unit or $30,000 for the full Master of Gastronomic Tourism (12 units).  FEE-HELP may be applicable for Australian citizens.

Time Requirements

Students should anticipate a commitment of no less than 10 hours per unit per week (300 hours per unit.  Thus a student studying the full time commitment of two units per trimester can expect to study no less than 20 hours per week.

Commencement Periods

The first intake for the program will be May 2012. There will be three intakes per year in January, May and August/ September.

Master of Gastronomic Tourism (2 years full time equivalent)

Units available to study in May 2012

Gastronomic Tourism
Food & Drink in Contemporary Society

For more information regarding the units available to study please visit the Southern Cross University website.

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