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The Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences (PGIHS) is a National Institute of higher learning established for the purpose of providing, promoting and developing higher education in the Humanities and the Social Sciences. It conducts postgraduate degree and diploma programmes and short-term training courses in disciplines and specializations falling under Humanities and Social Sciences.
Postgraduate Degree Programmes in Sustainable Tourism
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Master of Science in Sustainable Tourism MSc (Sustainable Tourism) |
Two-year coursework and research degree programme with 60 credits (SLQF -Level 10), UGC Approval October 2018 |
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Master of Sustainable Tourism M (ST) |
18 months coursework degree programme with 40 credits (SLQF -Level 9), UGC Approval October 2018 |
Tourism is one of the fastest growing sectors in the world economy with a wide array of prospectus to stakeholders in the industry. The growth in the tourism sector at the global level has surpassed the growth of world economy according to World Travel and Tourism Council. In Sri Lanka too the industry has shown a remarkable expansion both in terms of the number of tourist arrivals and earnings, particularly after the end of the war in 2009. Sri Lanka has recorded the highest number of tourist arrivals in the history in recent years. The Government of Sri Lanka has set itself a target of more than 2.5 million tourist arrivals in near future. Tourism is emerging fast as one of Sri Lanka’s leading sectors, contributing around 4.6% of the country’s annual GDP. Increasing number of tourists has resulted in intense expansion of the industry in all aspects. In terms of foreign exchange earnings, tourism sector has emerged as the third largest foreign exchange earner of the economy.
The expansion of the industry will be benefited by an array of direct and indirect service providers since it is integrated with many other sub sectors ranging from tour agents and hoteliers in the city, to gem miners and handicraftsmen in the villages. As per the Tourism Development Authority (TDA) estimations, this industry provides approximately 320 thousand direct and indirect employments. Therefore, it is evident that a sustainable revenue and employment growth in this sector is vital to country’s economy. However, past experience suggests that this industry is sensitive to many factors such as the economic prosperity of the tourists and their resident countries and the peaceful environment in the destination country. Other issues such as environment, social and cultural aspects also need due consideration while achieving the economic objectives. In order to enhance the Sri Lanka’s share in the global tourism market in a highly competitive environment the country has to plan this sector strategically. For instance, Sri Lanka needs to diversify the range of countries that it gets tourists. Thus, a planned development of the tourism sector is necessary to ensure the sustainability of this sector in order to manage resources efficiently. The MSc in Sustainable Tourism and Master of Sustainable Tourism degree programmes will cater to the development of human resources in the tourism sector by giving them training in economic, social, cultural, environmental and managerial aspects of the tourism and the related industries.
Objectives of Degree Programmes
The MSc in Sustainable Tourism and Master of Sustainable Tourism degree programmes have the following objectives:
After the successful completion of the degree programme, students will be able to
- appreciate various forms of tourism and importance of the management of tourism related resources and information;
- analyze effects of tourism and prospects for tourism expansion in a sustainable framework;
- analyze operational, marketing, management aspects of the tourism industry and successfully operate/manage business related to tourism.
Programme Learning Outcomes of Master of Sustainable Tourism
After the successful completion of the degree programme, students will be able to
- appreciate various forms of tourism and importance of the management of tourism related resources and information;
- analyze effects of tourism and prospects for tourism expansion in a sustainable framework;
- analyze operational, marketing, management aspects of the tourism industry and successfully operate/manage business related to tourism.
Target Groups
A candidate who possesses one of the following qualifications is eligible to apply for Master of Sustainable Tourism / MSc in Sustainable Tourism degree programmes:
A Bachelors’ degree in tourism or a related field obtained from a recognized University;
OR
A Bachelor’s degree in any other field obtained from a recognized University with one year work experience in tourism or related fields.
OR
Professional qualifications equivalent to (i) and (ii) above as accepted by the relevant Board of Study with 2 years of working experience in the industry and pass a qualifying test.
Exit Point
A person admitted to follow the MSc in Sustainable Tourism / Master of Sustainable Tourism may exit the degree programme with Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainable Tourism upon successful completion of 25 credits from courses.
Medium of Instructions and Examinations
The programme will be conducted in English with Sinhala and Tamil medium discussion classes. Students may sit the examinations in English, Sinhala and Tamil. The medium of degree completion will be the medium of examination.
Course Structure
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Semester
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Course Code |
Course Name |
Credit Value
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Status*
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Relevant program |
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1 |
MST 501 |
Introduction to Tourism |
02 |
C |
Common for M(ST)/ MSc programs |
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1 |
MST 502 |
Economics of Tourism |
03 |
C |
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1 |
MST 503 |
Governance of Tourism |
02 |
C |
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1 |
MST 504 |
Visitor Management and Marketing |
02 |
O |
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1 |
MST 505 |
Environment and Sustainable Tourism |
02 |
O |
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1 |
MST 506 |
Human Resource Management in Tourism |
02 |
C |
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1 |
MST 507 |
Heritage and Cultural Tourism |
02 |
O |
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1 |
MST 508 |
Special Interest Tourism |
02 |
O |
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2 |
MST 509 |
Tourism Policy and Planning: Theory and Practice |
03 |
C |
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2 |
MST 510 |
Pro-Poor Tourism |
02 |
O |
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2 |
MST 511 |
Marketing Communication in Tourism |
02 |
O |
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2 |
MST 512 |
Accounting and Finance in Tourism |
02 |
O |
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2 |
MST 513 |
Destination Management and Marketing |
02 |
O |
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|
2 |
MST 514 |
Society, Culture and Tourism |
02 |
O |
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2 |
MST 515 |
Research Methodology |
03 |
C |
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2 |
MST 516 |
Destination Study Tour |
01 |
C |
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|
3 |
MST 601 |
Land Use Management in Tourism |
02 |
O |
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|
3 |
MST 602 |
Tourism Information Systems |
02 |
O |
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3 |
MST 603 |
Crisis and Disaster Management in Tourism |
02 |
O |
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3 |
MST 604 |
Cultural Resource Management |
02 |
O |
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3 |
MST 605 |
Entrepreneurship and Tourism Business Planning |
03 |
C |
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3 |
MST 606 |
Methods of Data Analysis |
03 |
C |
MSc only |
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3 |
MST 697 |
Independent Study |
05 |
C |
M(ST) only |
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3, 4 |
MST 698 |
Thesis |
20 |
C |
MSc only |
*C-Compulsory, O-Optional.
Programme Fees
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Fees and Charges |
Local Students (Rs.) |
Foreign Students (US Dollars) |
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SAARC Countries |
Non-SAARC Countries |
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Application Fee |
1000.00 |
25.00 |
25.00 |
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Registration Fee |
5000.00 |
250.00 |
250.00 |
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Academic Fee (Tuition fee and examination fee of first attempt) |
Master of Sustainable Tourism (coursework degree - 1 ½ years) |
172,000.00 |
1665.00 |
2015.00 |
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Master of Science in Sustainable Tourism (coursework and research degree- 2 years) |
232,000.00 |
2165.00 |
2515.00 |
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Library fee |
2000.00 |
60.00 |
60.00 |
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Note:
- All fees are compulsory.
- Students are required to pay Registration fee, Library fee and 25% of academic fee at the registration.
- Students are allowed to pay the academic fee in four installments.
- In addition, students should make a Library deposit (refundable) of Rs. 1000 per book for borrowing of books from the library.
- Discounted rates of Academic Fee are available for candidates who are unemployed/ self-financing the programme.
Payment of Fees
Fees are payable
In respect of the PGIHS Bank Account 057-1-001-6-0027421 at People’s Bank, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Bank SWIFT Code:PSBKLKLX023
OR
To the Shroff Counter of the PGIHS by cash/cheque.
Application Forms
Obtain hard copy from Assistant Registrar, PGIHS, PO Box 71, Peradeniya 20400, Sri Lanka by sending a request with a self-addressed envelope;
Download the electronic version from pgihs.ac.lk or obtain by writing to Programme Officer at pgihs@yahoo.com.
Application Submission
Follow the instruction given in the Application Form and provide correct and accurate information
Annex certified copies of certificates
Annex payment slip of Application Fee.
Annex referee reports, service letters (if required) and submit official transcripts of degree programmes
Annex a synopsis of proposed research if applying for a research degree.
Send applications to
Assistant Registrar
PGIHS
PO Box 71
University of Peradeniya
Peradeniya 20400,
Sri Lanka.
Selection of Students and Notification
Selection of students will be determined on merit by the Institute. A written selection test or an interview may be conducted depending on the requirement. Outcome of the selection process will be notified in writing to all applicants by the Assistant Registrar of the Institute.