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International Students
Welcome to our University
The University of Macerata has a long tradition of welcoming international students for its Bachelor’s and Master’s degree courses. All our international students are entitled to enrol under the same terms as their italian colleagues and are assessed in line with the same financial and/or merit rules.
Scolarships
The University of Macerata supports capable and deserving prospective international students wishing to pursue their education in Italy.
Every year, the University of Macerata awards a series of scholarships to the most talented international students for enrolment in a bachelor’s or a master’s degree. Italian public and private entities offer many other scholarship opportunities for international students.
At a glance
Overview
The Master's degree in International Tourism and Destination Management (ITourDeM) is designed to prepare future tourism leaders. The 2-year postgraduate program is taught entirely in English and equips you with the theoretical and practical skills to navigate the global tourism landscape.
Through a combination of socio-economic, historical and geographical approaches, you'll gain the expertise to manage tourism systems, craft effective communication strategies and become a key player in sustainable development. The program fosters a global perspective, emphasizing the interplay between international, national and regional influences.
This unique program empowers you to become a well-rounded professional with the competencies to design and implement tourism infrastructure, build and manage destinations, develop nature and landscape projects and promote sustainable approaches to the environment and food production within the tourism industry.
Why choose this course
Here are 5 reasons why ITourDeM is your perfect choice:
1- Global relevance: With over 100 million jobs worldwide, the tourism industry is booming. ITourDeM equips you to navigate this dynamic landscape and excel in a competitive job market
2- Comprehensive curriculum: Our meticulously designed program prepares you to lead in tourism development and destination management, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills for contemporary challenges
3- Interdisciplinary approach: ITourDeM integrates socio-economic methodologies, historical insights, and geographical knowledge, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of tourism management
4- Vocational training: Tailored for professionals in receptive tourism, hotel management, and travel planning, ITourDeM prepares you for high-responsibility roles in various sectors
5- Key professional skills: Hone essential skills for success in tourism, culture, environment, heritage and local development careers
Career opportunities
Graduates of the ITourDem Master's program are equipped for various high-responsibility roles in:
- tourism sector companies and institutions;
- tourism product design, planning and marketing activities;
- integrated tourism enterprises, cooperatives and consortia;
- cultural, entertainment and exhibition event management;
- reception services management;
- government institutions at international, national and local levels;
- cultural heritage and local development fields;
- sustainable tourism project development integrating social, environmental and economic objectives.