Sustainability for tourism (ONLINE)

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Course Coordination

Professor João Reis - joao.reis@eshte.pt

Professor Tiago Lopes - tiago.lopes@eshte.pt

 

 

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Contextualization and Justification

 

Sustainability is currently established as a central axis of tourism, integrated into public policies, territorial planning, and organizational strategies, in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals, the 2030 Agenda, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles. Faced with challenges such as pressure on resources, ecological limits to tourism growth, territorial conflicts, and environmental degradation, it becomes essential to train professionals capable of designing, implementing, and evaluating sustainable, regenerative, and resilient tourism development models.

 

The Postgraduate Program in Sustainability for Tourism offers specialized training, taught by a faculty with consolidated experience in distance learning and the practical application of sustainability to tourism. The curriculum includes tourism and territorial planning, sustainable management of resources and heritage, design of responsible tourism experiences, circular economy, sustainable business models, technological innovation applied to destination management, ethical marketing and communication, as well as the social dimension of tourism, including governance and territorial justice.

 

With a strong applied orientation, the training promotes the articulation between conceptual foundations, operational instruments, and project development, preparing participants to intervene in a qualified manner in complex tourism contexts. This postgraduate program addresses a gap in the national training landscape, offering an integrated and strategic vision of sustainability in tourism, oriented toward action, informed decision-making, and positive impact on territories.

 

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES

  • Develop advanced skills in planning, management, and enhancement of tourism and heritage resources in a sustainable and regenerative manner;
  • Empower professionals for the design, implementation, and evaluation of responsible tourism strategies, incorporating circular economy, social innovation, and regenerative practices;
  • Promote the adoption of effective digital marketing and communication strategies focused on sustainability, visitor experience, and territorial reputation;
  • Encourage the mastery of innovative digital technologies in the service of managing sustainable tourism destinations and experiences;
  • Encourage applied research and the production of knowledge aimed at formulating sustainable public and private policies in the tourism sector;
  • Consolidate the capacity to conceive, develop, and implement tourism projects with positive economic, social, environmental, and cultural impact, promoting resilient communities and territories.

 

 

TARGET AUDIENCE

 

Graduates or professionals with relevant experience who wish to deepen their knowledge and develop specialized skills in the area of Sustainability for Tourism, including:

 

  • Planning, management, and enhancement of sustainable tourism destinations and products;
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  • Protection and promotion of natural and cultural heritage;
  • Implementation of circular economy models, social innovation, and regenerative tourism practices;
  • Digital marketing and strategic communication for responsible tourism;
  • Strategic application of digital technologies in the management and monitoring of tourist destinations;
  • Design, development, and implementation of projects with positive territorial, social, and environmental impact.

 

 

PROFESSIONAL PATHS

  • Manager of sustainable tourist destinations.
  • Consultant in planning, sustainability, and innovation in tourism.
  • Manager of tourism enterprises and sustainable hotels.
  • Coordinator of sustainable tourism experiences and products.
  • Specialist in digital marketing and communication for responsible tourism.
  • Consultant in circular economy and regenerative tourism.
  • Manager of community tourism and local development projects.
  • Analyst of sustainable tourism strategies and public policies.
  • Entrepreneur in sustainable and innovative tourism businesses

 

 

SCHEDULES 2026-2027 - Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays

 

5:30 PM - 7:10 PM
19:30 - 21:10

 

 

CANDIDATES | RANKING CRITERIA

  • 1st phase of applications | from February 16 to March 22, 2026 - NOTICE
  • 2nd phase of applications | from March 26 to April 27, 2026 - NOTICE
  • 3rd phase of applications | from May 4 to June 7, 2026 - NOTICE

 

Ranking and Admission List of Candidates | 1st Phase - NOTICE
Ranking and Admission List of Candidates | 2nd Phase - NOTICE

 

 

SCHOOL CALENDAR

 

 

The application results will be published according to the deadlines established in the respective notices, on the ESHTE website, in the tab dedicated to the course to which you are applying.

 

Service hours

 

Formalization of Applications: applications, admission conditions, and payments 

 

To complete the application process, which is conducted exclusively online, the candidate must access the Application Portal. It is necessary to access the Candidate Guide and follow the examples provided exactly (the documents must be a maximum of 1 MB).

 

Application fee | €75
The application fee will only be refunded if the course does not open. For this purpose, the candidate must keep the respective receipt. Applications will only be considered valid if the payment is made within the deadline for their formalization. 

 

The errors or omissions made in filling out the online application form or in the instructions of the application process are the sole responsibility of the candidate.

 

Documentation:

  • Citizen Card or Birth Certificate
  • Tax Identification Card
  • Certificate of qualifications
  • Curriculum Vitae duly certified
  • Motivation letter with a maximum of 500 words (mandatory)

For application and enrollment in postgraduate programs, candidates holding an academic degree obtained abroad must present a diploma or final course certificate authenticated by a competent authority (notary, educational institution, or another entity officially authorized for this purpose).

 

Slots (numerus clausus)
30 spots*
*minimum number of enrollments for the course to start: 15

 

Criteria for ranking
The selection criteria will be applied only if the number of candidates exceeds the defined numerus clausus.
The applications will be evaluated by the Course Coordination, which will decide on the status of each applicant, defining the corresponding credits and study plans.
On the other hand, the candidates will be selected by the Course Coordination, based on the successive application of the following criteria:
i) Classification obtained in the undergraduate degree or in Postgraduate, Advanced Training, or equivalent courses;
ii) Curriculum vitae of the candidate, namely, academic, scientific, and technical;
iii) Statement of the objectives and motivation for the application;
iv) Result of the individual interview, when deemed necessary by the Course Coordination.
Preference will be given to former students of ESHTE courses and to employees of companies or public organizations with more than 2 years of professional experience, up to a limit of 30% of the available spots. 

 

In case of admission:
Enrollment | 30€
Registration | 15€
School Insurance | 15€

 

Tuition Fees for Postgraduate Courses 2026-27