MA in Tour Guiding

The MA Program in Tour Guiding offers an advanced educational opportunity for a wide range of bachelor's degree holders from various academic disciplines, interested in the history, archaeology, and natural heritage of Palestine. The program aims to prepare qualified professionals capable of delivering contemporary tourism experiences, that showcase both the tangible and intangible aspects of Palestinian heritage, while highlighting the Palestinian narrative and society from the religious, cultural, and heritage perspectives.

The curriculum combines storytelling skills, historical geography, cultural anthropology, religion and theology, Palestinian architecture, and environmental studies, alongside field-based courses and study tours covering the history of Palestine from prehistoric times to the present day. The program also emphasizes the development of innovative tourism itineraries through specialized research seminars that connect the past with the present and foster a deeper understanding of Palestinian identity.