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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of West London - (UWL)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Research in the London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism (LGCHT) focuses on exploring risk, resilience and innovation within the tourism sector. We place a special emphasis on understanding challenges and opportunities in world tourism cities, tourist behaviour in the digital age and the relationship between tourism and well-being.As a postgraduate researcher at UWL, you will receive training in a range of research methods and theoretical approaches. You will need to demonstrate strong analytical skills, creativity, motivation and a deep interest in all aspects of tourism.Working closely with your supervisors, you will undertake a rigorous scientific investigation, generating significant discoveries relevant to business, social life and academic scholarship.LGCHT academics provide excellent supervision covering a diverse range of exciting research topics in tourism, including:World tourism cities and sustainable tourism development:crisis management in world tourism citiesdevelopment challenges in world tourism citiesdigital storytelling in urban destinations: the use of social media and augmented reality in destination marketing visitor-generated content and its impact on destination imageTourist behaviour and destination reputation management:new tourist trendstourist sentiment monitoring systemsdestination reputational risk managementWellbeing in tourism with emphasis on vulnerable groups:tourism, health and wellbeing in later life: the effects of tourism on older people’s health and well-being the ways through which senior tourists articulate their tourism experiences significant perspectives and themes in the dynamic relationships between senior tourists’ tourism experience and wellbeingwellbeing in tourism with emphasis on neurodivergent tourists: sensory sensitivities and accessibility challenges in tourism environments strategies for promoting inclusive travel experiences for neurodivergent individuals the therapeutic potential of tourism for neurodivergent people (stress reduction, social connections, etc.)wellbeing in tourism with emphasis on tourists with dementia and their careers: the impact of tourism on cognitive function and quality of life for people with dementia designing dementia-friendly tourism destinations and services supporting careers of people with dementia during travel experiences

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£ 16,000per year

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University information

University of West London

  • University League Table

    84th

  • Campus address

    University of West London - (UWL), St Mary's Road, Ealing, Greater London, W5 5RF, United Kingdom

Strong links with industry, enabling students to gain career-specific insights, expertise and skills.
A stunning campus creates an inspiring environment for students, with high-quality training facilities and dedicated postgraduate facilities.
The university has a diverse and welcoming student community, creating a perfect environment to learn, make connections, and explore in a global city.

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