What is the Tourist Guidance Program? Why Should I study?
In the 2023 action plan of the Turkish Tourism Strategy, it is aimed to increase the share of tourism by using the natural, cultural, historical and geographical values of our country and by developing tourism alternatives. In line with this goal, tourism investments in our country have accelerated in recent years; the number of visiting tourists has increased and the need for qualified tourist guides has become evident. In addition, the standards of the tourist guiding profession were defined and tourist guiding became a favorite profession with the Tourist Guidance Law that came into force in 2012.
Why Should I Study Tourist Guidance Program at Marmaris Tourism Vocational School?
Marmaris is a district of Muğla province at the intersection of the Aegean Sea and Mediterranean Sea on the southwest coast of Turkey. Marmaris welcomes hundreds of thousands of tourists every year with its natural beauties, long coastline, magnificent view from the hills covered with pine forests, unique bays and beaches, ancient cities, yacht marinas and all kinds of activities. Students studying in Marmaris, one of Turkey's most important tourism destinations, find the opportunity to be in the sector with leading tourism agencies and gain a place in the sector in a short time after their graduation.
What Do Tourist Guidance Program Graduates Do? What are the Job Opportunities?
Graduates of the Tourist Guidance Program can apply for a job to become a licensed tourist guide when they complete the TUREB regional tours and language requirements specified in the legislation.
In addition, even if they do not get a license, they have the background to arrange operations in the tourism sector, to lead tours, and to work in various positions in hotels.
Basic Information about the Tourist Guidance Program
Score Type
Score Type: TYT
Language of Education
Turkish
Education Type
Daytime and Evening Education
Period of Study in Tourist Guidance Program
The period of study is 2 years.
Which undergraduate departments can students study in Tourist Guidance Program through the Vertical Transfer Examination?
Travel Management
Travel Management and Tourism Guidance
Tourism Guidance
Tourism management