Are you passionate about the tourism and hospitality industry? Do you aspire to build a career in one of the fastest-growing sectors, both locally and globally? If so, a degree in Tourism Science at Karlstad University might be the ideal path for you!
Tourism Studies is a subject that explores the multifaceted dimensions of the tourism industry and its impact on society from economic, social, and environmental perspectives. It delves into the complex challenges facing the sector, such as creating destinations that are both appealing and functional for visitors while maintaining sustainable living conditions for local communities. Addressing these challenges demands a deep understanding of how tourism and places can be developed to promote long-term sustainability and balance the needs of all stakeholders.
The Tourism and place design program
Do you want to help shape the future of communities and travel? Are you interested in planning and designing destinations and businesses with the environment, visitors and local inhabitants? Then the Tourism and place design program at Karlstad Business School is a perfect choice.
The staff involved in teaching also conduct research in tourism and place design from different perspectives. Examples of some of the research areas are: sustainable place development, identity and place as important ingredients for creating local and regional development, place development and innovation linked to social sustainability, tourism and digitization, second home tourism, tourism and crisis communication, over-tourism, culinary tourism.
