Heritage Tourism
Description
This module will provide learners with an understanding of the broad history of the development of modern tourism, with particular focus on Ireland and specifically introducing them to the role and significance of tourism within the discipline of heritage. It will draw on case studies from cultural tourism, and will explore how broad trends within the tourism sector impact on heritage tourism both within Ireland and internationally.
Learning Outcomes
Situate the Irish heritage tourism sector within the wider international context, especially the vision of UNESCO, and contribute to the discourse on the dichotomy between heritage and tourism generally.
Demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting heritage tourism both within Ireland and internationally, including areas of theoretical debate and political controversy.
Classify and analyse the wide range of tourism pursuits, products and attractions that constitute the heritage tourism sector, including urban, archaeological and religious tourism.
Analyse national and international case studies, identifying problems, suggest and critically evaluate alternative solutions, make recommendations and suggest implementation strategies.
Evaluate the role and impact of policy makers in shaping and supporting heritage tourism in Ireland.