Travel & Tourism
A course by
Lincoln University

Discuss the concept of heritage as it is applied to natural and cultural resources used for tourism.

Describe and evaluate major theoretical approaches to the interpretation of natural and cultural heritage.

Critique the use of interpretation as a fundamental tool in advocacy for heritage conservation and protected area administration in Aotearoa-New Zealand.
This course explores the principles and objectives of heritage interpretation, focusing on how these are applied within parks, recreation, and tourism management. Students will investigate theoretical approaches, practical communication techniques, and heritage conservation advocacy in the context of Aotearoa-New Zealand. The course equips students with skills for interpretive planning, management, and presentation to tourism audiences.
What you need to know first
A minimum of 60 credit points from the specified courses at level 200 or 300
Restriction: Nature and Heritage Interpretation, RECN-209

Tourism
Recreation
Heritage Management

Heritage tourism interpretation roles
Tour guide
Heritage site planner
Travel & Tourism
A course by
Lincoln University

Discuss the concept of heritage as it is applied to natural and cultural resources used for tourism.

Describe and evaluate major theoretical approaches to the interpretation of natural and cultural heritage.

Critique the use of interpretation as a fundamental tool in advocacy for heritage conservation and protected area administration in Aotearoa-New Zealand.
This course explores the principles and objectives of heritage interpretation, focusing on how these are applied within parks, recreation, and tourism management. Students will investigate theoretical approaches, practical communication techniques, and heritage conservation advocacy in the context of Aotearoa-New Zealand. The course equips students with skills for interpretive planning, management, and presentation to tourism audiences.
What you need to know first
A minimum of 60 credit points from the specified courses at level 200 or 300
Restriction: Nature and Heritage Interpretation, RECN-209

Tourism
Recreation
Heritage Management

Heritage tourism interpretation roles
Tour guide
Heritage site planner
Parks and recreation management
Parks and recreation management