Tourism education at the University of Malta was significantly strengthened in 2010 with the setting up of the Institute for Tourism, Travel and Culture (ITTC). Prior to that tourism studies was well established with formal programmes offered by the Faculty of Economics, Management & Accountancy (FEMA) since 1995. ITTC has once again returned to its natural home when it transitioned back to a Department within FEMA. This change formally took place on 28 September 2023 when the UM Council approved the setting up of the Department of Tourism Management (DTM) on the recommendation of the UM Senate.
Tourism is an important pillar of the Maltese Economy and is also a major economic, social and cultural development driver on a global level. DTM is committed to taking on its role of driving a sustainable strategy through its delivery of study units and its research outputs
As the Department of Tourism Management, and in collaboration with other FEMA departments we offer a range of tourism, heritage and culture programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels (Diploma, Undergraduate, Masters and PhDs). Each of our programmes is designed to challenge you intellectually and expose you to a broad range of industry practice.
We are also very active in research and are involved in a range of EU-funded research projects. We work closely with local tourism and culture stakeholders and our academics collaborate with tourism academics at several European universities. These links ensure that the programmes of study we offer are relevant and useful to people who wish to pursue a career in the tourism or culture sectors. The academic corp produce high quality research on an individual and collaborative nature. You can access this research through the links provided under the academic profile, through here.
International Tourism is set to grow at an unprecedented rate and this provides opportunities for secure employment or entrepreneurial opportunities. In order to take advantage of this trend, following a tourism programme is highly recommended. We are here to ensure that you are supported in your academic growth though our short courses as well as the longer full or part time programmes.
Tourism is multi and interdisciplinary, so in a sense it is quite complex in nature. However students can focus on the areas which are on interest to them and which they feel will meet the current and future human capital demands in the tourism sector.
Being part of the University of Malta, our students enjoy the use of a wide range of facilities including excellent library and IT facilities, sports facilities and a lively campus life. This will make your University experience more enjoyable and profitable.
All our academics are in possession of a doctorate degree and several also have practical professional work experience in tourism and culture. Our teaching is backed by research and many years of study. Our undergraduate tourism studies programme compares well with the best tourism studies programmes offered across Europe.
Prof Marie Avellino
