The academic content and curriculum of the Cultural Heritage and Tourism Associate Degree Program focuses on the preservation of cultural heritage and its integration with tourism. This program is designed to provide students with a broad perspective in the field of cultural heritage and to provide them with the necessary skills to make sustainable use of this heritage in the tourism sector.
The curriculum usually includes core subjects such as:
Fundamentals of Cultural Heritage: These courses cover the definition, importance and types of cultural heritage. Topics such as historical monuments, natural heritage sites, intangible cultural heritage are covered.
Principles of Conservation and Restoration: Conservation of cultural heritage, restoration techniques and conservation policies are the focus of these courses. Students gain knowledge on how to conserve cultural heritage and how to carry out restoration processes.
Tourism Management: The basic principles of tourism sector, tourism management, marketing strategies and customer relationship management are covered in these courses.
Museum Management and Operations: Topics such as museum management, exhibition techniques, collection management and visitor experience management are covered in courses related to museum operations.
Cultural Heritage and Tourism Marketing: These courses focus on the promotion of cultural heritage and marketing strategies in tourism. Digital marketing and social media management are also important topics in this context.
Law and Ethics: Legal frameworks, ethical principles and legal regulations in the conservation and management of cultural heritage are examined in these courses.
Field Studies and Practical Training: Students are offered practical training and internship opportunities in museums, cultural sites and tourism enterprises. This helps them learn how to apply theoretical knowledge in practice.
The program's curriculum comprehensively teaches students a broad spectrum of cultural heritage and tourism. These courses enable students to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in the sector. After completing this program, students enter the workforce as professionals specializing in the preservation, promotion and integration of cultural heritage with the tourism sector.