University of Innsbruck·Travel, tourism and leisure
Master of Science (MSc)
The Master's Programme in Sustainable Regional and Destination Development focuses on the sustainable development of regions, especially in relation to tourism. It teaches students about urbanization, infrastructure, mobility, and the critical involvement of local communities. The curriculum emphasizes strategic development and branding, preparing graduates for roles in regional management and consulting.
Students study the complexities of regional development with a focus on sustainable tourism, local stakeholder engagement, and development strategies. The program covers various themes essential for effective management and strategy in tourism and regional development.
The program is organized into four semesters, with a mixture of theoretical classes and practical applications. It includes strategic projects and possible internships in tourism and regional management. Students can also choose to follow a part-time track that extends the duration to six semesters.
Graduates gain competencies in strategic planning, stakeholder management, and sustainable development principles. They are equipped to assess regional potentials and implement effective tourism strategies, preparing them for high-level positions in the tourism industry.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Winter 2023/24
No tuition
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
€ 25,20 ÖH-Beitrag plus gegebenenfalls anfallende Studiengebühren im Umfang von € 363,36 bzw. € 726,72
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
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