Apply for one of four scholarships available for the online course in gastronomy tourism

Empowering leaders in sustainable tourism through immersive training in gastronomy tourism.

Introduction to scholarships

UN Tourism, in collaboration with Basque Culinary Center, is offering four scholarships for the full online course in Gastronomy Tourism Experience Design: Two scholarships will be for the course in English and the other two scholarships will be for the course in Spanish. The goal of these scholarships is to promote the development of leaders in gastronomy tourism who are devoted to sustainable and responsible tourism practices.

Information About the Online Course in Gastronomy Tourism Experience Design

Course objectives:

This course provides participants with specialized skills to design and oversee meaningful gastronomy tourism experiences, emphasizing sustainability and cultural preservation. It examines the role of gastronomy in travel and offers digital tools for promoting tourism, including techniques for creating memorable culinary events.

Participants will gain an understanding of industry trends and sustainable tourism principles, empowering them to make a positive impact on gastronomic tourism within their regions.

Program details:

Professional orientation course 100% online format
Dates: October 28, 2025 - March 19, 2026
Format: 100% online, weekly live classes in English Course on every Thursday from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm (CEST)
Language: English version
Certification: Issued by Basque Culinary Center’s Faculty of Gastronomic Sciences

Learning modules:

Introduction to Gastronomy Tourism Strategic Planning in Gastronomy Tourism
The gastronomy Tourism Market: profiles and segments
Designing Gastronomy Tourism products and experiences Gastronomy Tourism Marketing
Final Project

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Apply for one of four scholarships

Four scholarships are available, covering full access to the Online Course in Gastronomy Tourism Experience Design.

These scholarships aim to support the development of leaders in gastronomic tourism who are committed to promoting responsible, sustainable tourism in alignment with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Application Details:

For a complete overview of the scholarship eligibility requirements, applicant profile, and detailed application process, please refer to Terms and Conditions for Participation document. This resource provides essential information on selection criteria, submission requirements, and other conditions related to the scholarship.

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