Department of Tourism Studies
Department of Tourism Studies
Department of Tourism Studies
On 13 July 2026, Students of the Department of Tourism Studies, Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University, participated in the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) Aviation Awareness program, titled “Career Pathways to the Aviation Industry,” organized by the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL). The program provided valuable insights into the diverse career …
Second-year undergraduates in Department of Tourism Studies participated in an educational visit to Goldi Sands Hotel on 12th June 2026. The visit enabled students to explore the operational aspects of a leading beach hotel, gaining first-hand exposure to hotel departments, service delivery processes, and quality management practices. Through interactive sessions with the hotel’s management team, …
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Dainties 2026 is the annual national culinary and bartending competition organized by the second-year undergraduates of the BBM Hons in Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management Degree Programme at the Department of Tourism Studies, Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. Held under the theme “Royal Feast of Ceylon,” the event provides a platform …
The second-year undergraduates participated in an educational field visit to Suriya Resort, Waikkal on 12 June 2026. The visit provided students with valuable exposure to resort operations, guest service excellence, and hospitality industry best practices. Through interactions with experienced professionals, students gained practical insights into delivering quality guest experiences and managing resort operations, strengthening the …
The Department of Tourism Studies, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with Litro Gas Lanka Limited, successfully conducted a Fire Safety Training and Fire Drill on 10th June 2026 to enhance safety awareness and emergency preparedness among students. The training provided participants with essential knowledge of fire prevention, safety procedures, emergency response techniques, …
Continuing its journey as an annual initiative dedicated to environmental awareness and sustainability, Soba Ruu 2026 was successfully held on 22nd May 2026 at the stage 15 & 16 of the Pekoe Trail.ย In collaboration with The Pekoe Trail Organization, the first-year undergraduates took part in this CSR initiative to contribute towards protecting nature and …
This special edition of CAMELLIA High Tea was organized in celebration of the renewal of the UNWTO TedQual Accreditation and the achievement of the APIEM Accreditation for the 4โ International Centre of Excellence of the Department of Tourism Studies, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. The event was held on 20th May 2026 at the …
The Department of Tourism Studies, Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau, successfully organized the MICE Tourism Awareness Program On 20th of May 2026. The program provided students with valuable insights into the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism sector, highlighting its growing importance …
The 3rd year undergraduates of the Department of Tourism Studies proudly participated in Sancharaka Udawa 2026, the country’s premier travel and tourism exhibition, showcasing its academic excellence and contributions to the tourism and hospitality sector. The university’s exhibition stall highlighted the BBM (Hons) in Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management degree programme, students’ creative projects, game …
On 20th January 2026, second-year undergraduates participated in a field visit to DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort as part of their experiential learning in sustainable hospitality management. The resort provided an ideal setting for students to observe sustainability practices implemented within an upscale resort environment. The department extends its sincere gratitude for the hotel …
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