Department of Tourism Guidance
About
The Department of Tourism Guidance at Afro Asian University focuses on training students in various aspects of the tourism industry. It offers a comprehensive curriculum covering topics such as tourism management, tour guiding techniques, destination marketing, cultural heritage, tourism policy, and regulation. Students receive hands-on training through fieldwork, internships, and practical experiences. Upon graduation, students are prepared for careers as tour guides, travel consultants, tourism managers, destination marketers, and more in the dynamic tourism sector.
The Department of Tourism Guidance at Afro Asian University aims to equip students with a comprehensive set of learning outcomes to excel in the field of tourism. Some of the key learning outcomes include:
Knowledge Acquisition: Students will acquire a deep understanding of tourism principles, theories, and practices, including the cultural, social, economic, and environmental aspects of tourism.
Communication Skills: Students will develop strong communication skills, including verbal, written, and interpersonal communication, essential for effectively interacting with tourists, clients, and colleagues.
Cultural Competence: Students will gain cultural competence and sensitivity, enabling them to interact respectfully and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, both as tourists and as professionals in the tourism industry.
Tourism Management: Students will learn essential management concepts and skills applicable to the tourism industry, including strategic planning, marketing, financial management, and customer service.
Destination Knowledge: Students will acquire in-depth knowledge about various tourist destinations, including their attractions, amenities, infrastructure, and sustainability practices, allowing them to provide accurate and insightful guidance to tourists.
Tour Guiding Skills: Students will develop practical tour guiding skills, such as route planning, storytelling, crowd management, and emergency response, to ensure memorable and safe experiences for tourists.
Ethical and Responsible Tourism: Students will understand the importance of ethical and responsible tourism practices, including minimizing negative impacts on local communities and environments, promoting cultural respect and conservation, and advocating for sustainable tourism development.
Research and Analysis: Students will develop research skills and analytical abilities to critically evaluate tourism trends, market demand, and destination competitiveness, enabling them to make informed decisions and contribute to the advancement of the tourism industry.
Professional Development: Students will engage in continuous professional development activities, such as internships, workshops, and networking events, to enhance their career readiness and opportunities for advancement in the tourism sector.
Upon completing a degree in Tourism Guidance from Afro Asian University, graduates have a wide range of career opportunities available to them. Some potential career paths include:
- Tour Guide: Leading tourists on organized tours, providing information about historical, cultural, and natural landmarks.
- Travel Consultant: Assisting individuals or groups with planning and booking their travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and activities.
- Tourism Manager: Overseeing the operations of tourism establishments such as hotels, resorts, or tour companies, including staff management, marketing, and customer service.
- Destination Marketer: Promoting tourist destinations to attract visitors through advertising, social media campaigns, and partnerships with travel agencies and tour operators.
- Event Planner: Organizing and coordinating events such as conferences, festivals, or corporate retreats to attract tourists and enhance the destination’s appeal.
- Cultural Heritage Specialist: Preserving and promoting cultural heritage sites and traditions, working with local communities, governments, and organizations to ensure sustainable tourism development.
- Adventure Tourism Guide: Leading outdoor activities such as hiking, rafting, or wildlife safaris, providing safety guidance and interpretation of the natural environment.
- Ecotourism Coordinator: Developing and managing eco-friendly tourism initiatives that promote conservation efforts and support local communities.
- Sustainable Tourism Consultant: Advising businesses and organizations on sustainable practices to minimize the environmental impact of tourism while maximizing economic and social benefits.
- Tourism Researcher: Conducting studies and analysis on tourism trends, visitor behavior, and market demand to inform strategic decision-making for tourism development.
Bs Programme
SEMESTER 1
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSTH 2111 | اللغة الانجليزية 1 / English language 1 | 2 |
BSTH 2112 | اللغة العربية 1 / Arabic language 1 | 2 |
BSTH 2113 | مبادئ الاقتصاد / Principles of Economics | 3 |
BSTH 2114 | مدخل الى التخطيط السياحي / Introduction to tourism planning | 3 |
BSTH 2115 | مدخل إلى سيكولوجية العملاء / Introduction to customer psychology | 2 |
BSTH 2116 | مدخل إلى التاريخ الإسلامي / Introduction to Islamic history | 3 |
BSTH 2117 | مدخل إلى أخلاقيات مهنة الارشاد السياحي / Introduction to the ethics of the tourist guidance profession | 3 |
18 |
SEMESTER 2
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSTH 2118 | اللغة الانجليزية 2 / English Language 2 | 2 |
BSTH 2119 | اللغة العربية 2 / Arabic language 2 | 2 |
BSTH 2120 | عادات وتقاليد الشعوب الأفروآسيوية 1 / Customs and traditions of Afro-Asian peoples 1 | 3 |
BSTH 2121 | المعالم الحضارية الأفروآسيوية 1 / Afro-Asian cultural monuments 1 | 3 |
BSTH 2122 | الآثار المعمارية في القرآن الكريم / Architectural monuments of the Holy Quran | 2 |
BSTH 2123 | فنون وحضارة 1 / Arts and Culture 1 | 3 |
BSTH 2124 | مدخل إلى علم السياحة / Introduction to the science of Tourism | 3 |
18 | ||
SEMSETER 3 | ||
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSTH 2125 | مدخل إلى إدارة الفنادق / Introduction to hotel management | 3 |
BSTH 2126 | محاسبة 1 / Accounting 1 | 2 |
BSTH 2127 | مبادىْ إدارة الأعمال / Principles of Business Administration | 2 |
BSTH 2128 | السياحة والبيئة 1 / Tourism and Environment 1 | 3 |
BSTH 2129 | الأجهزة والمنظمات السياحية ( باللغة الانجليزية) / Tourist agencies and organizations ( in English) | 3 |
BSTH 2130 | مبادىء الإحصاء / Principles of Statistics | 2 |
BSTH 2131 | فنون ومتاحف أفروآسيوية 1 / Afro-Asian art and museums 1 | 3 |
18 |
SEMESTER 4
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSTH 2132 | أخلاقيات مهنة الارشاد السياحي / Ethics of the tourist guidance profession | 3 |
BSTH 2133 | السياحة الدينية في القرآن الكريم / Religious tourism in the Holy Quran | 3 |
BSTH 2134 | فن المتاحف في أفريقيا 1 / Art museums in Africa 1 | 3 |
BSTH 2135 | الهندسة المعمارية في القرآن الكريم / Architecture in the Holy Quran | 3 |
BSTH 2136 | الحضارة الفرعونية 1 / Pharaonic civilization 1 | 3 |
BSTH 2137 | نظم سياحية / Tourist systems | 3 |
18 |
Semester 5
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSTG 2138 | عادات وتقاليد الشعوب الأفروآسيوية 2 / Customs and traditions of Afro-Asian peoples 2 | 3 |
BSTG 2139 | المعالم الحضارية الأفروآسيوية 2 / Afro-Asian cultural monuments 2 | 3 |
BSTG 2140 | تاريخ الفنون والعمارة 1 / History of art and architecture 1 | 3 |
BSTG 2141 | التخطيط السياحي 1 / Tourism planning 1 | 3 |
BSTG 2142 | سيكولوجية العملاء / Customer psychology | 2 |
BSTG 2143 | مدخل إلى نظم سياحية / Introduction to tourism systems | 2 |
BSTG 2144 | جوانب تربوية في السيرة النبوية Educational aspects of the Prophet’s biography | 2 |
18 |
SEMESTER 6
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSTG 2145 | الآثار الدينية في أفريقيا / Religious monuments in Africa | 3 |
BSTG 2146 | الارشاد السياحي البيئي / Eco-tourism guidance | 3 |
BSTG 2147 | فن المتاحف في آسيا 1 / Art museums in Asia 1 | 3 |
BSTG 2148 | تاريخ الفنون والعمارة 2 / History of Arts and Architecture 2 | 3 |
BSTG 2149 | الآثار الإسلامية 1 / Islamic archeology 1 | 3 |
BSTG 2150 | الآثار القبطية 1 / Coptic antiquities 1 | 3 |
18 |
SEMESTER 7
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSTG 2151 | الآثار الدينية في آسيا / Religious Antiquities in Asia | 3 |
BSTG 2152 | الارشاد السياحي العلاجي / Medical tour guide | 3 |
BSTG 2153 | فن المتاحف في أفريقيا 2 / Museum art in Africa 2 | 3 |
BSTG 2154 | فنون وحضارة / Arts and civilization | 3 |
BSTG 2155 | الآثار الإسلامية 2 / Islamic archeology 2 | 3 |
BSTG 2156 | الآثار البيزنطية / Byzantine antiquities | 3 |
18 |
SEMESTER 8
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSTG 2157 | المتاحف عبر العصور / Museums Through the Ages | 3 |
BSTG 2158 | فن وإيتكيت الارشاد السياحي / Art and etiquette of tourist guidance | 3 |
BSTG 2159 | إرشاد سياحي تطبيقي / Practical tourist guide | 3 |
BSTG 2160 | آثار الدولة العثمانية / Antiquities of the Ottoman Empire | 3 |
BSTG 2161 | فن المتاحف في آسيا 2 / Museum art in Asia 2 | 3 |
BSTG 2162 | مناهج بحث / Research methods | 3 |
18 |
MS Programme
SEMESTER 1
Credit Hours | Course Title | Code |
3 | History of Arts and Architecture in Africa / تاريخ الفنون والعمارة في أفريقيا | MSTG 2211 |
3 | Tourist guidance for religious monuments / الارشاد السياحي للمعالم الدينية | MSTG 2212 |
3 | Technological means used in tourist guidance / الوسائل التكنولوجية المستخدمة في الارشاد السياحي | MSTG 2213 |
3 | Museums Through the Ages / المتاحف عبر العصور | MSTG 2214 |
12 |
SEMESTER 2
Credit Hours | Course Title | Code |
3 | تاريخ الفنون والعمارة في آسيا | MSTG 2215 |
3 | الآثار الرومانية واليونانية | MSTG 2216 |
3 | الموروث الحضاري الأفروآسيوي | MSTG 2217 |
3 | مناهج بحث الارشاد السياحي | MSTG 2218 |
12 |