About Our School

Associate Professor Stephen J. Craig-Smith

 "The School occupies a significant position within the tourism education sector, successfully bridging gaps between academia, research, consulting and industry. Its innovations and achievements have been interwoven to create an educational experience that has received international recognition in the form of elite accreditations and partnerships; while the facilities and comprehensive support services it offers to its student body provide the best opportunity for their academic and professional success.”
               
– Associate Professor Stephen J. Craig-Smith, Head of School

Since its inception in 1972, the School has attracted international recognition for the quality of its programs and commitment to tourism education. The quality and vibrancy of the School’s academic and research staff also contributes significantly to the School’s competitive edge.

All permanent teaching staff have PhD qualifications and possess valuable industry expertise and membership of networks in sectors such as destination management; tourist behaviour and visitor experiences; technology services; labour management in hospitality; and cultural diversity in event management.

The School of Tourism has also established a dedicated Engagement team, which manages ongoing links to industry, including guest lectures, private consultancy projects, and student industry placements as part of the Professional Development course.

UQ School of Tourism Brochure  
 

School of Tourism memberships include:

• United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)
• Restaurant and Catering Queensland
• International Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (I-CHRIE)
• Australian and New Zealand Association for Leisure Studies (ANZALS)
• Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC)
• Tourism and Transport Forum Australia (TTF)
• The Council for Australian University Tourism and Hospitality Education (CAUTHE)
• The Association for Tourism and Leisure Education (ATLAS).
• The International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education (THE-ICE) 

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