The University of Malta’s Institute for Tourism, Travel and Culture has launched the Higher Diploma in Food Culture, a 6-semester part-time evening course, starting in October 2013 and ending in May 2016. Lecture sessions will be held mostly between 1730hrs – 2030hrs, three days a week.

The Higher Diploma emphasises the study of food at an academic level. The chief objectives of the course are to pay attention to the history and anthropology of food and drink and their cultural aspects, and the communication and interdisciplinary aspects of sociological, psychological theories linked to food and drink consumption. This includes sessions on methods of product communication and marketing strategies, as well as food and drink journalism.

The programme includes interesting study-units on food science and technology, nutrition and health, agri-tourism, organic farming and fieldwork. Students will also carry out supervised individual research on specific aspects of the course.

The Institute for Tourism, Travel and Culture of the University of Malta, is also offering the third edition of the programme of studies leading to the MA in Tourism.

This is a 3-semester course, starting in October with an intensive 4-month programme of taught courses and practicum, to which a total of 30 ECTS are assigned. This is followed by 2 semesters of individual research and supervision in developing and writing a dissertation of approximately 50,000 words (assigned 60 ECTS).

The programme of studies is intended to promote a deeper understanding of current themes facing the tourism, culture, heritage and leisure sector. Students are expected to actively participate through seminars, workshops and presentations.

Applications can be made online or for further information, please contact ITTC at ittc@um.edu.mt or Tel 23402722.

Photograph of Marsalforn by night – Alain Salvary.

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