Sports Activity: Tourism

What is taught in this programme

The Sports Activity: Tourism programme combines travel and sport. Core subjects include the theory and methods of physical education, anatomy and physiology, sports hygiene, sports psychology, fundamentals of tourism and geography. In practical classes, students learn hiking, mountain and trail travel, orienteering, camping, first aid and safety rules.

The programme helps develop physical fitness, teamwork skills, organisational abilities and the ability to plan travel routes.

Who the graduate becomes

Graduates can work as specialists in tourism and sport. They may hold positions such as:

• instructor or coach in sports tourism;
• leader of tourist groups (guide-instructor);
• organiser of tourist routes and sporting events;
• teacher or coach of physical education and sport;
• safety specialist for adventure and nature travel.

Where graduates can work

In Uzbekistan, graduates can find work in travel companies, sports and tourism clubs, educational institutions, sports schools, natural and national parks, recreation centres and health resorts. Specialists are also needed to organise sports and tourism events run by state and non-state organisations.

Who this programme suits

This programme suits young people who enjoy travelling, are interested in nature, love sport and have good physical endurance. It is a good choice for applicants who like teamwork, take responsibility seriously and enjoy discovering new places. It also suits those who want to help people and encourage others to take up sport.