Department of Tourism, Leisure and Services (DTLS)
02/08/2022 2024-04-17 16:45Department of Tourism, Leisure and Services (DTLS)
School of Sustainable Development and Tourism (SSDT)
Head of Department Message
Message of the Head of Department of Tourism Leisure and Services
As the Head of the Department of Tourism, Leisure, and Services at the University of Technology, Mauritius, I am thrilled to extend a warm invitation to passionate individuals seeking a transformative educational journey.
Our dynamic department offers a unique blend of academic excellence, hands-on experiences, and industry connections that pave the way for success in the vibrant world of travel, tourism, hospitality, services and communication. Whether your interests lie in event management, hospitality services, communication, services marketing and management or sustainable tourism, we have tailored programs designed to nurture your talents and aspirations.
Here’s why the University of Technology, Mauritius should be your destination for higher education:
1. Cutting-Edge Programs: Immerse yourself in cutting-edge programs that seamlessly integrate tourism, leisure, communication, and services marketing & management. Our holistic approach ensures a well-rounded education that meets the evolving needs of various industries.
2. Global Perspectives: Engage in a diverse and inclusive learning environment, gaining insights that transcend borders. Our curriculum equips you with the global mindset needed for success in today’s interconnected world.
3. Industry-Connected Faculty: Learn from experienced professionals and academics who bring real-world knowledge to the classroom. Benefit from their mentorship and industry connections throughout your academic journey.
4. A blended approach to teaching and learning: We recognize the importance of adapting to the needs of modern-day students. That’s why we have adopted a blended learning approach, combining traditional classroom experiences with cutting-edge online resources. This provides students with flexibility, interactive learning and hands-on real-world application examples.
5. Internship Opportunities: Leverage our strong network of industry partners to secure internships in tourism, leisure, services, and communication. These experiences bridge the gap between theory and practice, setting you on a trajectory towards a successful career.
Tailored Pathways:
• Communication Programs: Hone your communication skills with specialized courses in public relations, digital media, and strategic communication. Become a storyteller and influencer in the ever-evolving communication landscape.
• Travel and Tourism: Embark on a journey through our dedicated travel and tourism programs. Explore the world of sustainable tourism, event management, and hospitality services, gaining hands-on experiences that shape your future in this exciting industry.
• Services Marketing & Management: Delve into the strategic side of service-oriented industries. Learn to develop and execute effective marketing strategies and manage service operations, preparing you for leadership roles in various service sectors.
Join us at the University of Technology, Mauritius and unlock the door to endless possibilities in tourism, leisure, services, and communication. Our blended learning model ensures that you receive a dynamic and adaptable education. Your transformative journey starts here – where education meets innovation.
Discover, Explore, Transform!
Best Regards,
Ms N. Vanessa Seebaluck
Head of the Department of Tourism, Leisure, Services, and Communication
School of Sustainable Development and Tourism
University of Technology, Mauritius
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Departments
Department of Tourism, Leisure and Services
The Department of Tourism, Leisure and Services (DTLS) has been successful in contributing to the dissemination of knowledge and skills, as well as capacity building in the fields of tourism, hospitality, services, marketing, communication and public relations, helping to drive the economic growth of our country.
The department is committed to high standards of teaching and research, offering the possibility to local and international students to pursue studies at Bachelors, Masters and PhD levels. We offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes including the BSc (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management, BA (Hons) Communication, MSc International Tourism Management, MSc Tourism and Marketing Management, and MA in Communication and Public Relations. To this end, the department is geared to producing quality graduates and researchers, trained to venture into various sectors.
At DTLS, we pride ourselves to design and offer programmes in an inclusive manner, catering both for the needs of fresh graduates and professionals who wish to gain or enhance their qualifications and theoretical awareness for career advancement. Our programmes offer interesting, diverse and challenging employment opportunities for students to increasingly operate at a global level. Our academic staff are also actively involved in research and local and international collaborations with both private and public sectors to stay abreast with innovations in the diverse fields of study.
Undergraduate Programmes
BA (Hons) Communication and Digital Media
The BA (Hons) Communication and Digital Media (Revised Programme) has …
BA (Hons) Communication and Digital Media
What you'll learn
BSc (Hons) Services Management, Innovation and Digital Marketing
Welcome to the BSc (Hons) Service Management, Innovation, and Digital …
BSc (Hons) Services Management, Innovation and Digital Marketing
What you'll learn
BSc (Hons) Travel and Tourism Management
The travel and tourism industry is a thrilling and diverse …
BSc (Hons) Travel and Tourism Management
What you'll learn
BSc (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management
The tourism industry is one of the largest job providers …
BSc (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management
What you'll learn
BSc (Hons) Services Marketing and Management
Management of services is an emerging stream of the service …
BSc (Hons) Services Marketing and Management
What you'll learn
BA (Hons) Communication
This programme explores the managerial, social, political, and cultural functions …
BA (Hons) Communication
What you'll learn
Postgraduate Programmes
MA Communication and Public Relations
The MA in Communication and Public Relations (Revised Programme) is …
MA Communication and Public Relations
What you'll learn
MSc Tourism Management and Marketing
The MSc in Tourism Management and Marketing aims at developing …
MSc Tourism Management and Marketing
What you'll learn
MSc Hotel Management
With the rapid development of the tourism industry worldwide and …
MSc Hotel Management
What you'll learn
MSc International Tourism Management
The rapidly changing tourism environment and globalisation requires that professionals …
MSc International Tourism Management
What you'll learn
MA Communication and Public Relations
The MA Communication and Public Relations (Previous Version) teaches an …