Postgraduate Diploma in Parks, Rec and Tourism
Travel & Tourism
A course by
Lincoln University
Develop advanced knowledge in the complexity of recreation, parks, and tourism sectors and gain skills for planning, management, and development in these areas.
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NZQA Level 8 Certification (120 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Advanced sector understanding
Develop in-depth knowledge of parks, recreation and tourism sectors, including key concepts and frameworks.
Analyse behaviour and strategies
Understand the behaviour of tourists and recreation participants, and the approaches and methodologies used by service providers.
About This Course
The Postgraduate Diploma in Parks, Recreation and Tourism develops your advanced understanding of the parks, recreation and tourism sectors, including tourist behaviour, service provider strategies, and the impact of policy, economic and environmental factors on long-term sector planning. Graduates gain the ability to contribute to recreation and tourism development and planning, with skills relevant for various roles in these sectors or further study towards a Master’s degree.
Course Content
- Advanced Theory in Resource Studies
- Social Science Research Methods (Quantitative or Qualitative)
- Sport, Physical Activity and Fitness
- Events and Festivals: Contexts and Concepts
- Tourism Management
- Mana Kaitiaki (Māori Resource Management)
- Advanced Social Psychology of Wellbeing
- Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism
- Advanced Sport and Recreation Management
- Tourist Behaviour
- Approved 600-level elective courses
Entry Requirements
Relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B- average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
Build towards these roles
Parks and recreation managementTourism and event planningPolicy and planning roles in government or NGOsRecreation and tourism consultancy
Build skills in these industries
Parks and RecreationTourismEvent ManagementResource Management
