Sustainable Tourism*
Information about the degree program
The desire to travel remains unbroken! The tourism industry has recovered from the setbacks of the COVID-19 pandemic and is reinforcing its status as one of the largest economic sectors worldwide. This development has positive outcomes, such as increased income and jobs, but global travel activities also lead to socio-cultural and ecological problems. These include acculturation, violation of social standards and human rights, environmental destruction, and contributions to CO₂ emissions, which exacerbate climate change.
This is where the interdisciplinary study program "Sustainable Tourism" comes into play. The goal is to maximise the positive impacts of tourism while minimising its negative effects. This requires well-trained professionals who can shape the transformation of global tourism.
As a student of our Sustainable Tourism program, you will discuss current issues related to the tourism industry and develop practical and application-oriented solutions to these challenges. By incorporating content from the disciplines of tourism, sustainability, sociology, economics and ecology, we aim to equip you with comprehensive perspectives and qualify you as "Change Agents" for your future career.
Important information:
Enrolments for the new degree programme ‘Sustainable Tourism, B.A.’ will be possible for the winter semester 2025/2026. You will be informed about news via our website.
International students require a visa and proof of sufficient financial funds to study in Germany. As the procedure can take several months, the application should be submitted early. As a rule, an appointment for the application can be arranged before you receive your letter of admission. Find out in good time from the German embassy or consulate in your home country about the documents required for the visa application.
Study trip to Ireland
In September 2024, students from the Sustainable Tourism and International Business Management courses visited Ireland with Prof. Dr. Dirk Reiser. The aim of the excursion was to explore and experience different aspects of tourism firsthand. The trip included visits to key landmarks, vibrant discussions with locals, and student presentations on specific topics – all outdoors in Ireland,.... more
Your team of Sustainable Tourism
Your team (from left to right): Prof. Dr. Reiser, Prof. Dr. Gregoriç, Ilona Benkendorf, Sebastian Amrhein (Prof. Dr. Diana Marquardt is missing)
Prof. Dr. Dirk Reiser
Head of Studies, Professor of Sustainable Tourism Management
Prof. Dr. Diana Marquardt
Professor of Tourism Economics with focus on Tourism industry
Ilona Benkendorf
Course Coordinator, Scientific Assistant Sustainable Tourism, B.A.
Sebastian Amrhein, M.Sc.
Scientific Staff
* The degree programmes offered are suitable for part-time study in accordance with §62a HG NRW.
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Place of study
Campus Kleve
Language
English
Duration of study
7 semesters of full-time study
Study model
Full-time studies
Degree awarded
Bachelor of Arts
Internship
Mandatory 8-week preparatory internship/work placement. This must be completed no later than the 4th semester enrolment deadline.
Restricted admission
No
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Information on admission requirements
Actual information on the application process can be found under Application and Admission.
Online-Application via uni-assist
Contact for questions about the application process, admission requirements and enrollment via contact form
Contact for questions about the organization of the study program, study-related counseling and academic guidance: ST-FGO@hochschule-rhein-waal.de
General information for NT students
General information site on moodle (internal)
Study Schedule NT (new)
valid from the start of studies in the winter semester 2019/20
Study Schedule NT (old)
valid for all students who started their studies before the winter semester 2019/20