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Presentation
Presentation
For an adequate transition and effective integration into the academic context, it is essential that students know, anticipate and reflect on a set of new challenges that this new stage of their lives holds and understand the context, strategies and support structures that are presented to them. On the other hand, the tourism constellation itself imbues a vast number of activities to which specific skills essential to the performance of the function should be applied. In an increasingly competitive society, it is intended that the student identifies and develops the necessary skills to be used in tourism and hospitality, especially in the post-covid 19 context. To this end, the pedagogical techniques adopted were group dynamics, individual reflection, guided readings, and public presentations of work, developed in randomly formed and rotating groups.
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Class from course
Class from course
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Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Bachelor | Semestral | 3
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Year | Nature | Language
Year | Nature | Language
1 | Mandatory | Português
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Code
Code
ULHT225-22952
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Prerequisites and corequisites
Prerequisites and corequisites
Not applicable
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Professional Internship
Professional Internship
Não
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Syllabus
Syllabus
I. Development of Academic Skills Study methods and techniques: Reading strategies, writing summaries, time management and study organisation. Written and oral communication: Writing academic papers, giving presentations, participating in debates and developing effective communication skills. Research and data analysis: Introduction to information sources, research techniques and analysing data relevant to tourism. II. Development of Professional Skills Soft skills: Teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, creativity and adaptability. Professional ethics: Code of conduct, social responsibility and sustainability in tourism. III. Getting into the labour market Drawing up a CV and covering letter: Creating effective documents for the job search. Interview techniques: Preparing for job interviews and developing interpersonal communication skills.
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Objectives
Objectives
Throughout this semester, students will have the opportunity to develop a personal planning process centred on reflexivity and self-knowledge and will have the following specific objectives: General Objectives: To develop the personal and academic skills necessary for success in higher education in tourism. To understand the context of tourism and the specific competences needed to fulfil roles in the sector. Specific Objectives: To identify and analyse the different perspectives on the concept of competences. Know the main personal and academic competences required for higher education in tourism. Develop strategies for the transition to higher education. Learn to plan and organise academic work. Develop skills in managing personal and interpersonal behaviour. Acquire communication and knowledge production skills. To know and be able to apply skills in tourism in the post-covid context.
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Teaching methodologies and assessment
Teaching methodologies and assessment
During the course of the theoretical classes, several thematic seminars will be held. The Flipped Classroom methodology will also be applied through group work to solve problems, case studies and peer learning.
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References
References
Moura, A. A., Mira, M. D. R. C., & Costa, V. N. (2021). Soft Skills vs. Hard Skills in Tourism: Anything Else?. In Handbook of Research on Human Capital and People Management in the Tourism Industry (pp. 41-72). IGI Global. Neves , J.G.,Garrido,M.&Simões,E. (2008).Manual de Competências Pessoais, Interpessoais e Instrumentais. Lisboa Edições Sílabo. O¿Rourke, R. K., Mayo, F. B., & Kline, S. F. (2021). Teaching Etiquette to Students in Hospitality and Tourism Programs. Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Research, 45(5), 858-861. Rosário, P., Núñez, J. C., & González-Pienda, J. (2019). Cartas do Gervásio ao seu umbigo. Almedina. Smale, B. & Fowlie, J. (2009). How to succeed at the university: an essential guide to academic skills and personal development. London: Sage Publications
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Office Hours
Office Hours
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Mobility
Mobility
Yes
