- Gain real-world industry experience
- Build relationships with tourism professionals
- Apply your research in practical settings
- Develop new research questions from industry insights
- Enhance teaching with practical examples
Sabbatical
Programme
Two unique opportunities connecting academia, industry, and the public sector to spark innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact.
What is the Sabbatical Programme?
The t-FORUM Sabbatical Programme creates unprecedented opportunities for academics and professionals to cross the bridge between tourism research and practice. Whether you’re an academic seeking industry immersion or a professional wanting to engage with academic environments, this programme facilitates meaningful exchanges that advance the entire tourism sector.
Participants spend focused time in a new environment, bringing their expertise while gaining fresh perspectives that enrich both theory and practice. These exchanges generate new knowledge, build lasting partnerships, and create real impact in tourism development worldwide.
Two Pathways to Choose From
For Academics
Immerse yourself in the tourism industry or public sector during your sabbatical leave. Work directly with practitioners, observe operations, contribute to real projects, and see how your research translates into practice.
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For Professionals
Engage with academic environments and contribute your industry expertise. Share real-world insights, collaborate on research projects, deliver guest lectures, and help shape the next generation of tourism professionals.
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