DIPLOMA IN "TOURISM DESTINATION MANAGEMENT: LEARNING FROM FRANCE"
FRENCH UNIVERSITY OF TOURISM (UNIVERSITE FRANÇAISE DU TOURISME SUMMER SCHOOL) - A programm bringing together the tourism departments of the most prestigious institutes and universities in France. 24 June – 22 July 2017, Paris and the Paris Region – Nice and the French Riviera – Bordeaux and its Wine Region – Nantes, Brittany and the Loire Valley -Download the brochure / Summer School program - Website
Three reasons to enrol in the FrenchUniversity of Tourism Summer School:
- Travel and learn: The summer school program is a unique opportunity for students to travel in France and study tourism management at French universities. It has been designed to provide a «Grand Tour» of France, combining the courses with the discovery of famous French sights, monuments, historic cities, art and cultural events. Students are awarded a diploma upon successful completion of the course. The French University of Tourism offers the joint degree (Diplôme Interuniversitaire, DIU) of "Tourism Destination Management, Learning from France".
- Develop your professional network : The degree in Tourism Destination Management enables students to widen their network by meeting important stakeholders in the French tourism industry – professors, practitioners and policymakers alike. Likewise, the summer school offers a useful network for the future career of young professionals. Share an incredible experience with fellow students and experts from around the world. The summer school brings together students from different countries for a multicultural and unforgettable experience.
- Grounded in excellence : The summer school program is grounded in a solid academic setting backed by researchers, professionals and practitioners dedicated to disseminating France's tourism expertise and know-how. Students are offered a variety of approaches and perspectives on the tourism industry. Classes are thought-provoking and engaging and encourage interactive participation from students. Courses are taught both by leading researchers and practitioners of major French tourism firms. Students will learn by interacting with seasoned professionals who are eager to share their experience.
ELIGIBILITY - The summer school is open to holders of a bachelor degree or equivalent.
TUITION AND FEES - Tuition and fees are €4,200 per student. This covers payment for the courses and the teaching material, the organized visits in the afternoons, the travel costs (Paris to Nice; Nice to Bordeaux; Bordeaux to Nantes; Nantes to Paris); the local travel costs; accommodation in dormitories (single rooms); breakfast, all lunches and 3 diners per week.
HOW TO APPLY - Applicants must successfully complete an application process. Selection takes into account
candidates' academic background, grades, and motivation.
Please send applications to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
List of required documents to complete the application:
› Covering letter
› CV (including full name, address, email, copy of ID document, passport-sized photo)
› Academic background information: academic transcripts, copy of highest certificate/
diploma/degree obtained
› Languages and level (If you hold an English language certificate, TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS or
equivalent, please join it to your application)
The above documents must be in the following formats: jpg, doc, pdf, and sent via the website, separately or in a single compressed folder "Zip file