SUMMER COURSE

Explore, discover and design the tourism of the future

Tourism is much more than travel: it is culture, sustainability and economic development. Spain and our region have enormous tourism potential, and in this course you will discover how destinations are managed, what trends will mark the future of the sector and what career opportunities the Bachelor's Degree in Tourism offers. Through excursions and practical activities, you will experience tourism first-hand, learn about the importance of sustainability and find out about the impact of tourism on the economy and employment.

Why shouldn't you miss this course?

Discover the tourist treasures of our Region

Get to know the cultural and natural wealth offered by our environment and the resources that make the Region of Murcia a tourist reference.

Understand the economic impact of tourism

Learn how tourism contributes significantly to GDP and employment generation, positioning itself as a strategic sector in Spain.

Adopt sustainable tourism practices

Immerse yourself in the principles of sustainable tourism and discover how your work can support the goals of the 2030 Agenda by promoting respect for the environment and local cultures.

Explore the many career opportunities in tourism

Learn about the diversity of job opportunities offered by the degree in Tourism and how you can orientate your career in this dynamic sector.

Learn from experts

Participate in classes taught by experienced professionals who will share practical knowledge and effective strategies.

Anticipate future trends in the sector

Understand the role of the different agents involved in the management and promotion of destinations, and how to positively influence the tourism experience.

Summer Course in Tourism 2025

3 days to experience tourism, understand its impact and discover your future in the industry

Date of registration

From 20 February to 18 June

From 24 to 26 June

Classroom in the mornings

50€

Aimed at students in 4thESO, 1st and 2nd Bachillerato.

The Open Faculty University Centre

C. Alcalde Gaspar de La Peña, 3, 30004 Murcia

TUESDAY 24 JUNE

09:00 h. Opening ceremony Presentation of the course.

Dr. Mª Isabel Sánchez-Mora Molina
Dean. University of Murcia.

Ms. Pilar López Pina
Vice-Dean for Academic Organisation. Faculty of Tourism.

09:30 h. Tourism, products and resources.

Dr. Nieves Gil Corbalán
Faculty of Tourism.
Expert in tourist accommodation and tourism marketing

D. Enrique Hernández Armand
Faculty of Tourism.
Expert in Tourism and Creation of Tourism Products

11:00 h. Break.

11:30 h. Sustainability in Tourism.

Dr. D. Herminio Picazo Cordoba
Faculty of Tourism.
Environmental management expert

12:30 h. New technologies applied to tourism.

Dr. D. Carlos Agustín Pineda Martínez
Vice-Dean of Students. Faculty of Tourism.

WEDNESDAY 25 JUNE

09:00 h. International Airport of the Region of Murcia and Port of Cartagena

Mr. José Antonio García Hernández
Faculty of Tourism.
Expert in economics and costs in tourism

- Departure from the Faculty to the International Airport of the Region of Murcia.
- Departure from the airport to the Port of Cartagena
- Visit the Port of Cartagena

THURSDAY 26TH JUNE

09:00 h. Descent of the Segura River