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Master of Arts in International Tourism

Master the complexities of global tourism through a multidisciplinary approach at Università della Svizzera italiana.

Best for:Best for students with diverse educational backgrounds seeking a high-level career in international tourism management, destination marketing, and sustainable tourism.

Università della Svizzera italiana · Lugano, Switzerland · R1 · First-stage researcher
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This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Application deadline is 30 June 2026. Application deadline for candidates who need a visa is 30 April 2026.
Funding
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2 years (120 ECTS)
Start date
Fall
Location
Lugano
Switzerland

Overview

The Master of Arts in International Tourism at Università della Svizzera italiana offers a multidisciplinary, forward-thinking curriculum addressing the global economic impact of tourism. Students gain essential toolkits in economics, communication sciences, and management while exploring critical perspectives from diverse stakeholders. The programme incorporates core courses, specialized minors, applied group projects, field excursions, and an internship to prepare graduates for high-level careers. Taught in small intercultural classes by an international faculty, the programme emphasizes sustainable tourism and practical hands-on experience.

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What you'll do

  • Participate in small intercultural classes and interactive academic labs
  • Engage in applied group projects addressing complex tourism challenges
  • Complete specialized coursework through chosen minors or a semester abroad
  • Attend academic conferences, field excursions, and study tours to European destinations
  • Complete a professional tourism internship to gain hands-on industry experience

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized university in any discipline

Degree offered: Master of Arts in International Tourism

Language: English

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Ability to apply critical thinking to complex problem solving
  • Interest in multidisciplinary perspectives across economic and social domains
  • Readiness for intercultural teamwork and group collaboration
  • Aptitude for acquiring toolkits in economics, communication, and management
Nice to have
Prior academic or professional background related to tourism, business, or humanitiesInternational experience or multicultural exposure
Eligibility
  • Open to learners from a wide variety of educational backgrounds holding an eligible undergraduate degree

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How to apply

Deadline: 2026-06-30

Submit your application through the official university online portal by the specified deadlines. Candidates requiring a visa must submit their application by 30 April 2026, while general applicants have until 30 June 2026.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Undergraduate transcripts
  • Degree certificate
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Faculty of Economics
Università della Svizzera italiana
Switzerland
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