Program Overview

Program Overview

The Adventure Studies Major, Bachelor of Tourism Management is a four-year program that focuses on key issues in local, regional, national, and international tourism. The program provides opportunities for international experience through Study Abroad and field schools, allowing students to develop the skills and confidence to become leaders and managers in the expanding field of tourism.

Highlights

• Become a leader and manager in the tourism industry
• Focus on key issues in local, regional, national, and international tourism
• Opportunities for international experience through Study Abroad and field schools
• Develop skills and confidence to start your own tourism business
• Fill the growing need for managers in the tourism industry

Careers

Graduates of the program gain the necessary skills to:

• Provide quality tourist experiences
• Develop and manage tourism businesses with an entrepreneurial spirit
• Contribute to community development in a manner that is environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable

Admission Requirements

• Grade 12 (or equivalent) or mature student status
• English Studies 12/English First Peoples 12 with a minimum of 73% (or equivalent)
• Foundations of Mathematics 11 or Pre-calculus 11 or Foundations of Mathematics 12 with a minimum C (or equivalent)
  • Note: Students with Pre-calculus 12 or Foundations of Math 12 with a minimum C+ will be exempt from MATH 1100 and must make up the 3 credits with an elective of their choice.
• Computer Skills: Students with little or no experience using computers are advised to take an introductory computer course that familiarizes them with Microsoft application software, in particular Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Program Details

• Credential: Bachelor of Tourism Management, Major in Adventure Studies
• Delivery: Kamloops
• Length: Four years
• Intake dates: September, January, May
• Applications: Now accepting applications
• International: Open to international applicants

Tuition & Fees

The cost for this program per semester is as follows:

• Tuition: $0.00
• Fees: $0.00
• Books and supplies: Typically about $150 per course
• Total (CDN): $0.00
  • Note: Does not include a lab fee of $23.03 that may apply to some courses.