BSc with Tourism

 

Your Path to Excellence

Discover a unique blend of science and tourism with our Bachelor of Science in Tourism. Offered through the School of Biological Sciences, this distinctive qualification combines the best of natural sciences and tourism management, preparing you to lead in the growing fields of ecotourism, sustainable development and conservation.

Our BSc Tourism programme integrates Tourism with any two of the following subject groups: Geography, Botany or Zoology. This allows students to explore environmental systems while gaining practical skills in tourism planning and management.

Over three years, you’ll develop the scientific and strategic expertise to manage ecotourism ventures, contribute to nature conservation, and address the growing need for skilled professionals in sustainable tourism. With nationally and internationally recognised modules, this programme opens a pathway to meaningful careers at the intersection of nature, people and purposeful travel.

Core subjects 

Tourism consists of the following subjects:

  • Introduction to Tourism Management
  • Applied Tourism Management
  • Tourism Marketing
  • Sustainable Ecotourism Management
  • Introduction to Event Management (choice module)
  • Game Farm Management
  • Applied Event Management (choice module)
  • As well as the additional subjects relevant to the curriculum e.g. Zoology/Botany/Geography

Degree options

BSc Tourism Management, Botany and Zoology

** This degree lies within the Natural and Agricultural Sciences  **

  • Degree Duration: 3 years, full-time
  • Offered on the Potchefstroom Campus [P]
  • Curriculum code: 2DJH16

BSc Tourism Management, Geography and Botany

** This degree lies within the Natural and Agricultural Sciences  **

  • Degree Duration: 3 years, full-time
  • Offered on the Potchefstroom Campus [P]
  • Curriculum code: DJH15

BSc Tourism Management, Zoology and Geography

** This degree lies within the Natural and Agricultural Sciences  **

  • Degree Duration: 3 years, full-time
  • Offered on the Potchefstroom Campus [P]
  • Curriculum code: 2DJH17

Admission requirements

BSc Tourism Management, Botany and Zoology

** This degree lies within the Natural and Agricultural Sciences  **

  • APS 26
  • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%)
  • Physical Sciences level 4 (50-59%)
  • Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more)

BSc Tourism Management, Geography and Botany

** This degree lies within the Natural and Agricultural Sciences  **

  • APS 26
  • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%)
  • Physical Sciences level 4 (50-59%)
  • Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more)

BSc Tourism Management, Zoology and Geography

** This degree lies within the Natural and Agricultural Sciences  **

  • APS 26
  • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%)
  • Physical Sciences level 4 (50-59%)
  • Afrikaans/ English Level 4 (50% or more)

Graduates of the BSc Tourism programme are equipped to pursue careers that combine scientific insight with tourism expertise. Possible career paths include:

  • Sustainable tourism and conservation

    • sustainable and ecotourism coordinator

    • community tourism development officer

    • cultural and heritage tourism consultant

    • nature-based tourism planner

    • environmental education or interpretation specialist

  • Tourism analysis and research

    • tourism research analyst

    • tourism and hospitality training facilitator

    • travel and tourism psychologist (with further studies)

  • Experience and guest management

    • tourism experience consultant

    • wellness and retreat coordinator

    • customer experience manager (tourism and hospitality)

    • hospitality and guest relations manager

    • hotel and resort HR specialist

These roles are found in sectors such as nature conservation, national parks, tourism boards, sustainable development agencies, private eco-lodges, wellness retreats, and research institutions—both locally and globally.

  • Bachelor of Arts Honours in Tourism Management
  • Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Tourism Management
  • Master of Commerce in Tourism Management
  • Master of Arts in Tourism Management
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Economic and Management Sciences with Tourism Management 

Please visit the postgraduate page for more info. 

 

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