2009 Course Handbook
GSE826: Eco-tourism for Sustainable Development
Block teaching sessions: 7 March, 20-21 March, 4 April, 15-16 May 2009.
This unit explores the role of eco-tourism in the attainment of sustainable development. Through examining a range of international and national case studies, students evaluate the community, cultural and conservation benefits of eco-tourism and identify principles of good practice. Related themes such as community-based conservation, issues management and conflict resolution, the involvement of indigenous populations in sustainable income generating activities, gender and resource management will be explored.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| Contact Hours: | -- |
| When Offered: | D1 - Day; Offered in the first half-year |
| Staff Contact: | Ms Wendy Goldstein |
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| Unit Designations: | -- |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
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Faculty of Science |