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    Master in International Tourism

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    Lugano, CHMAIn-person2 years
    CHF 16,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits
    CHF 100.00
    App fee

    Master in International Tourism at Università della Svizzera italiana is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Lugano, CH. Tuition is CHF 16,000.

    About the program

    The program covers economics and management of tourism, communication and marketing in tourism, and politics and international relations. It offers minors in eTourism or Sustainability, with options for internship or master's thesis.

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 31, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Apr 30, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Internet-based: 85
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    6 months job-seeker residence permit (Switzerland)

    CHF 16,200.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master in International Tourism at Università della Svizzera italiana cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master in International Tourism at Università della Svizzera italiana is CHF 16,000 across 120 required credits.
    Is Master in International Tourism at Università della Svizzera italiana online or in-person?
    Master in International Tourism at Università della Svizzera italiana is offered in-person.
    How long does Master in International Tourism at Università della Svizzera italiana take to complete?
    Master in International Tourism at Università della Svizzera italiana is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master in International Tourism at Università della Svizzera italiana?
    Post-completion work rights for Master in International Tourism at Università della Svizzera italiana: 6 months job-seeker residence permit (Switzerland)