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Academic Department Pondicherry, Puducherry University Estd. 1985

Department of Tourism Studies

Constituent Department of Pondicherry University, Pondicherry

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About Department of Tourism Studies

Background, academic mission, and departmental profile

The beginning of the Department of Tourism Studies (DTS), Pondicherry University, may be traced back to 1991, when, with the seed financial support from the Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Government of India, a Centre for Tourism Studies (CTS) was established in as a nodal centre for advanced tourism education and research. The CTS was subsequently elevated to the status of a Department during 2005- 06. The Department is supported by the University Grants Commission's SAP.

The Program is spread across 4 semesters (2 years) within the general Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) in vogue throughout university. The courses offered are of two types: Hard core (compulsory) and soft core (optional).

The mission of the Department of Tourism Studies is to become an agent of change for principled, socially responsible and creative leadership in tourism by providing the highest quality education for present and future business and academic leaders and advance the understanding and practice of tourism management through research and outreach. We strive towards inspiring people and enriching tourism management practice and leadership.

Faculty Type Postgraduate Teaching Department
Affiliation Pondicherry University, Pondicherry
Campus Location Pondicherry, Puducherry

Programs & Courses Offered

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are of two types: Hard core (compulsory) and soft core (optional).

Offered at Pondicherry University, Pondicherry

The mission of the Department of Tourism Studies is to become an agent of change for principled

Offered at Pondicherry University, Pondicherry

socially responsible and creative leadership in tourism by providing the highest quality education for present and future business and academic leaders and advance the understanding and practice of tourism management through research and outreach. We strive towards inspiring people and enriching tourism management practice and leadership.

Offered at Pondicherry University, Pondicherry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries about Department of Tourism Studies

Where is the Department of Tourism Studies located?

The Department of Tourism Studies is an academic teaching department of Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, located in Pondicherry, Puducherry, India.

How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?

Admissions to courses offered by Department of Tourism Studies are conducted as per Pondicherry University, Pondicherry guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.

What qualifications are awarded by Department of Tourism Studies?

Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Pondicherry University, Pondicherry.