Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in History and Islamic Civilization – Tourism Guide is offered within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Kalba. The program follows the credit-hour system and requires the completion of 123 credit hours over four academic years (eight semesters). Arabic is the primary language of instruction.
The Bachelor of Arts in History and Islamic Civilization – Tourism Guide Track prepares students for rewarding careers in the tourism, heritage, and cultural sectors by combining historical and cultural knowledge with practical tourism skills. The program equips students with a deep understanding of the history, civilization, and heritage of the UAE and the Arab region while developing professional competencies in tour guiding, hospitality, tourism marketing, cultural tourism, and visitor engagement. Through academic study and field training, students gain the knowledge and practical experience needed to promote cultural heritage, lead tourist groups, and contribute to the growth of sustainable tourism and cultural industries.
What You Will Learn
Throughout the program, you will:
- Develop a strong understanding of historical, civilizational, and cultural knowledge relevant to the tourism and tour guiding profession.
- Identify and interpret the major archaeological, heritage, and tourism destinations in the UAE and the Arabian Gulf region.
- Apply professional ethics and respect cultural values, customs, and traditions in tourism and visitor management.
- Utilize tourism concepts and industry knowledge effectively in professional settings.
- Develop communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills essential for engaging with visitors and leading tourist groups.
- Apply tourism marketing principles to promote destinations, cultural attractions, and tourism services.
- Gain knowledge of hospitality operations, cultural tourism, and visitor experience management.
- Strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges in the tourism and tour guiding profession.
- Enhance teamwork, leadership, and self-development skills required for successful careers in tourism and hospitality.
- Acquire practical experience through field training and real-world engagement with tourism and heritage organizations.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program can pursue diverse career opportunities in the tourism, heritage, and cultural sectors, including:
- Tourist Guide and Tour Leader
- Cultural Heritage and Museum Officer
- Tourism Marketing and Promotion Executive
- Hospitality and Guest Relations Officer
- Event and Festival Coordinator
- Tourism Product Development Specialist
- Cultural and Heritage Site Administrator
- Museum and Exhibition Assistant
- Tourism Research and Development Officer
- Travel and Tourism Consultant
- Cultural Affairs and Community Engagement Officer
Graduates may find employment in government tourism departments, tourism and heritage authorities, museums, cultural institutions, hospitality organizations, travel and tourism companies, airports, event management companies, universities, research centers, and cultural and diplomatic organizations
