Course coordinator
Dr Lintje Sie
Please email me if you have any questions or need to make an appointment.
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Business School
This course introduces the disciplinary foundations relevant to an understanding of tourism, hospitality and events. The course examines tourism, hospitality and events from the perspective of different disciplines, including economics, politics, geography, sociology, psychology, education and anthropology. The course also highlights the multi-disciplinary and post-disciplinary nature of tourism, hospitality and event research. Examples and cases will be used to illustrate how these disciplinary perspectives inform practice. The course aims to build your employability through practical experience in accessing and utilising existing knowledge to develop solutions for complex real-world problems.
Tourism, hospitality and events theory and practice require an understanding of the multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary nature of studying these phenomena. This course provides an important foundation for understanding these industries from a range of perspectives. Foundation concepts will be drawn from a number of parent disciplines in the social sciences and humanities. For each discipline, applications to tourism, hospitality and events will be investigated. This course builds your employability by developing your skills in making informed, analytic and reasoned decisions.
Sustainable Development Goals - UQ Business School is a proud supporter and Advanced Signatory of the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education (UN PRME). As part of the largest global collaboration between business schools and the UN, the school emphasises its role in empowering students to drive societal transformation through the Sustainable Development Goals. The SDGs highlight that a thriving economy relies on a healthy environment, aiming to balance economic growth, social well-being, and environmental protection for a sustainable future.
Course requirements
Assumed background
There is no assumed background for this course.
Restrictions
Students in the MTHEM (24 unit) program are not permitted to enrol in this course.
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Lintje Sie
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Note:ﾠIt is the student's responsibility to attend classes and consult designated notice boards and websites for correct and up-to-date information regarding the course. Relying on fellow students to pass on information may result in incorrect information for which the University will not be held responsible.
Please note: Teaching staff doﾠnotﾠhave access to the timetabling system to help with class allocation. Therefore, should you need help with your timetable and/or allocation of classes, please ensure you emailﾠbusiness.mytimetable@uq.edu.auﾠfrom your UQ student email account with the following details:
- Full name,
- Student ID, and
- the Course Code
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to:
- build yourﾠknowledge of the contribution of the social science and humanities disciplines to our understanding of tourism, hospitality and events
- provide you with the abilityﾠto think critically by utilisingﾠboth multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches to tourism, hospitality and/or events
- enable you to make informed and holistic decisions that appropriately direct the future of tourism, hospitality and eventsﾠ
- build your employability through practical experience in accessing and utilising existing knowledge to develop solutions for complex real-world problems
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Discuss the contribution of relevant social science and humanities disciplines to the theoretical knowledge of tourism, hospitality and events.
LO2.
Draw upon theories and approaches from various disciplines to make informed decisions in real-world tourism, hospitality and event situations.
LO3.
Incorporate multidisciplinary thinking to solve tourism, hospitality and event problems, by acknowledging and valuing the various approaches taken by different disciplines to the same problem.
LO4.
Utilise interdisciplinary reasoning to integrate perspectives from multiple disciplines to address complex challenges and capitalise on opportunities.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
Discussion Papers
|
30% Two individual submissions worth 15% each |
Due 2pm Thursdays 24/03/2025 - 12/05/2025 |
| Examination |
In-class Quiz
|
25% |
Week 11
During lecture time |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
Article Review Report
|
45% |
10/06/2025 2:00 pm |
Assessment details
Discussion Papers
- Identity Verified
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 30% Two individual submissions worth 15% each
- Due date
Due 2pm Thursdays 24/03/2025 - 12/05/2025
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L03
Task description
In the first lecture a Tourism, Hospitality and/or Event related issue will be presented.
This issue will be discussed each week in the tutorials, progressively applying the various disciplines covered in the course to this issue.
To contribute to these discussions, you need to submit TWO (2) one-page discussion papers regarding the issue, over the course of the semester.
For each discussion paper you will need to:
Firstly, undertake research to identify three (3) different key points that are relevant to BOTH the issue and the discipline for that week. Each key point must be ‘new’ to the discussions in the course.
Secondly, generate a reasoned argument for why each of these key points are connected to the discussion of the issue and the discipline. These ‘connecting arguments’ must extend beyond the key point and be original, your own reasoning, and written in your own words.
A one-page template will be provided on Blackboard to assist you in completing this assessment. The three Key Points and the Connecting Arguments MUST fit on the one page (using the formatting of the template).
The requirements for this task will also be modelled during the initial tutorials so you understand how to complete the task.
You have choice about which disciplines (and therefore which weeks) you wish to select for your submissions. The due date for the first possible submission is in Week Five and the latest possible submission date for your second paper is in Week Eleven.
Submissions will be progressive and used to facilitate the tutorial discussions. Therefore, you will need to submit your discussion papers prior to the relevant tutorial.
Each discipline has its own discussion paper due date, and these dates will be provided on the course Blackboard site.
The marking criteria will be provided on the course Blackboard site.
AI STATEMENT
Note: The assessment tasks in this course have been designed to be challenging, authentic and complex. Whilst students may use AI technologies, successful completion of assessment in this course will requires students to critically engage in research and specific tasks for which AI will provide only limited assistance.
Submission guidelines
You must submit your paper in word format through Turnitin on the course BlackBoard site. The resource(s) used must also be submitted into the Blog provided on BlackBoard.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
In-class Quiz
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 25%
- Due date
Week 11
During lecture time
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02
Task description
For this exam, you will need to complete an in-class quiz.
You complete the quiz in the lecture room during the lecture time
You will have 80 minutes to complete the quiz.
The quiz will include 40 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).
The quiz will cover all of the topics covered in the course.
You will be provided with further details on the quiz during the semester.
AI STATEMENET
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Exam details
| Planning time | no planning time minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 80 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Article Review Report
- Identity Verified
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 45%
- Due date
10/06/2025 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L04
Task description
For this Article Review you will need to write a 2000 word report focusing a tourism, hospitality and/or event issue of your choice, e.g. Ecotourism, Dark Tourism, Host-Guest Relationship, Events & Technology.
This assessment requires you to source, and then review, a journal article that uses a ‘combined disciplinary’ approach to analyse your chosen issue. It is very important to select a suitable journal article.
The combined disciplinary approach must include two disciplines that are covered in this course this semester.
The journal article that you review for this assessment must be different from those used in the course to assist your understanding of the task.
Your Article Review should:
- outline the research problem, literature and methodology,
- critically review the contribution of each discipline to the research, and
- evaluate how using this ‘combined disciplinary approach’ created real-world outcomes.
Tip: use the Marking Criteria Sheet to ensure you address each aspect of the criteria in your Article Review, and note the weightings for each criteria.
More details about this assessment task, including the marking criteria will be provided on the course Blackboard site.
AI STATEMENT
Note: The assessment task has been designed to be challenging, authentic, and tailored to the learning outcomes of this course. Whilst students may use AI technologies to support their writing, successful completion of this assessment requires students to critically engage in research and specific tasks for which AI will provide only limited assistance.
Submission guidelines
You must submit your report in word format through Turnitin on the course BlackBoard site. The selected journal article must also be submitted into the Blog provided on BlackBoard.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 29 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30 - 46 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 47 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Additional course grading information
Grades will be allocated according to University-wide standards of criterion-based assessment.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 |
Lecture |
Introduction Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Week 2 |
Lecture |
Disciplinary Concepts Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial Plan: 'One Issue - One Disciplinary Approach' Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Week 3 |
Lecture |
Sociology Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
Issue: Ecotourism Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Week 4 |
Lecture |
Geography Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
Sociology – Guided Practice Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Week 5 |
Lecture |
Psychology Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
Sociology – Student Practice Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
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Week 6 |
Lecture |
Economics Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
Geography Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Week 7 |
Lecture |
Anthropology Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
Psychology Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Week 8 |
Lecture |
History Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
Economics Good Friday Public Holiday - Friday 18 April 2025 - Check Blackboard for announcements about affected classes. Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Mid-sem break |
No student involvement (Breaks, information) |
In-Semester Break No lectures or tutorials |
Week 9 |
Lecture |
Education Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
Anthropology Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Week 10 |
Lecture |
Quiz Preparation & Discipline Review Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
Quiz Preparation: Disciplinary Overlaps Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 11 |
Lecture |
In-class Quiz Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
History Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04 |
|
Week 12 |
Lecture |
One Issue - Multiple Disciplines (Part One) Learning outcomes: L01, L04 |
Tutorial |
Education Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04 |
|
Week 13 |
Lecture |
One Issue - Multiple Disciplines (Part Two) Learning outcomes: L01, L04 |
Tutorial |
Final Assessment: 'One Issue - Multiple Disciplines' Learning outcomes: L04 |
Additional learning activity information
Sustainable Development Goal
This course integrates the following Sustainable Development Goals through lectures and assessment.
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
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