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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
SWAYAM is a programme initiated by the Government of India which seeks to remove the bridge of the digital divide for students who remained untouched by the digital revolution.
Geography is fundamental to the study of tourism because tourism is geographical in nature.
The course in Geography of tourism follows a systematic approach that enables candidates towards their desired goal in Tourism. This course caters candidates with timely progress and makes them stand out in the field of tourism and services. This course helps people earn and socialize through tourism activities. The lessons are designed by remarkable instructors having great knowledge. Effective video lectures and timely self assessment programmes are provided ensuring proper knowledge.
The Highlights
- Designed by experienced instructors
- Guided by PROF. A. BALASUBRAMANIAN
- The course duration of 12 weeks
- Flexible Learning programme
- Education through Four Quadrant Approach
- Certificate is given by Swayam
Programme Offerings
- assignments
- instructor led classes
- quizzes
- Video learning
- E-learning
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Mysore University |
Eligibility Criteria
Certification Qualifying Details
Candidates will be provided with a government certificate after successful completion of this course. Assessment/Assignment marks will be considered for Internal Marks and will carry 30 percent for overall Result. End Term Exam- will carry 70 percent of overall Result.
To be eligible for certificate and credit transfer, students must obtain 40% marks in in-course assessment and 40% marks in end-term proctored exam separately.
What you will learn
After completing this course in GEOGRAPHY OF TOURISM by SWAYAM, students will get the following benefits-
- Knowledge about various aspects of Tourism Geography
- Knowledge about National, International and Local Tourism
- Acquire skills to fulfil their demands
Who it is for
The Geography of Tourism course by SWAYAM is a versatile course catering to the needs of various individuals.
The course is recommended for the following:
- Under Graduates who are interested in making a career in the field of tourism.
- Aspirants who want to explore the world of tourism.
Admission Details
The procedure to enrol in the course of the Geography of tourism by SWAYAM is very simple.
Below are the steps that you have to follow-
Step 1: Visit the homepage of the course-https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/ and click on SIGN-IN/ REGISTER
Step 2: Enter your username and password and after verification, your account will be created.
Step 3: Now select the course Geography of tourism.
Step 4: Fill the course duration and category.
Step 5: Now you can access the course.
The Syllabus
- Introduction to Geography
- Geography and Tourism
- Geography of Travel
- Classification of Resources
- Conservation of Biodiversity
- Tourism in Africa – Introduction: Part – I
- Tourism in Africa – Introduction: Part – II
- Tourism Attractions in Singapore and Indonesia
- Tourism Attractions in Thailand and Malaysia
- Tourism in Gulf Countries: Part I
- Tourism in Gulf countries Part - II
- Tourism in South East Asia: Part – I
- Tourism in South East Asia: Part – II
- Tourist attractions and activities in Egypt, Kenya and Uganda
- Tourist attractions in South Africa and emerging Tourist Destinations in Africa
- North America
- Central & South America
- Europe
- Africa
- Asia
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Antarctica
- Cultural Geography
- Outline of Urban Geography
- Island Biogeography
- Tourism in India - Arunachal Pradesh
- Tourism in India - Assam
- Tourism in India - Goa
- Geography of Kerala
- Geography of Goa
- Geography of Karnataka
- Geography of Gujarat
- Geography of Odisha
- Sustainable Development
- Geography of Himachal Pradesh
- Geography of Madhya Pradesh
- Geography of Tamil Nadu
- Geography of Puducherry
- Career in Geography
Instructors
Mysore University Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
SWAYAM is a programme which is initiated by the Government of India and is designed to achieve access, equity and quality of Education Policy.
This course is available for free for the learners, however, candidates wanting a SWAYAM certificate have to register for final proctored exams that are chargeable and should be attended in-person at designated centres on specified dates.
All the courses are interactive, prepared by the best teachers in the country and are available, free of cost to any learner. More than 1,000 specially chosen faculty and teachers from across the country have participated in preparing these courses.
As mentioned, this course is provided by the Government of India ensuring the nationwide validation of this certification.