Degree in Tourism + Specialisation in Thermalism in France

The Thermalism Institute of the University of Bordeaux (UBX) and the Faculty of Business Sciences and Tourism of Ourense (FCETOU) have signed a cooperation agreement through which 4th-year Tourism students from the faculty will be able to obtain a Specialisation in Thermalism from the University of Bordeaux and, at the same time, a Tourism Degree from the University of Vigo. In order to do so, students from the University of Vigo must complete their fourth year, including the curricular internships, at the aforementioned institute.

Who is it for and when is it requested?

Students must apply while studying 3rd year of Tourism at the FCETOU.

  • In November/December, they must apply to the Erasmus call, requesting the UBX as their destination.
  • They will be preselected by the University of Vigo and must follow all procedures in the same way as any other Erasmus destination.

What are the previous academic requirements?

  • Have completed the first three years of the Degree in Tourism (180 ECTS credits).
  • Have a minimum level of B2 in French.

What are the selection criteria?

Students will be selected and admitted to the program based on their academic performance, motivation, and language skills. This selection process will be carried out in collaboration between the two institutions.

What is the language used in the different subjects?

Subjects will be taught in French.

What are my rights and obligations as a student?

  • During the academic year at the UBX the student must take a total of 30 ECTS credits of subjects, 18 ECTS credits of internships in a thermal institution in France and 12 ECTS credits of the Final Degree Project (TFG in Spanish).
  • During the same year, the student must complete their TFG in Spanish with a supervisor belonging to the FCETOU.
  • The student must undertake their compulsory internships during the exchange period in France. The agreement will be issued by the UBX and during the internship process the student will be supervised by a tutor from the University of Vigo for the academic aspect and another from the UBX for the relationship with the company. The internship report will be written in Spanish and evaluated by the University of Vigo.
  • Students must register for the corresponding academic year at the University of Vigo, as in previous years, paying only administrative fees at the UBX. It is essential to sign the learning agreement during the second semester of the third-year.

Who should I contact in case of doubts?

If you have any doubts, you can consult the Frequently Asked Questions section. If you also wish to contact any of the responsible persons, those in charge of both the academic aspects and the coordination of the program are:

Beatriz González Sánchez
Vice-Dean of International Relations
internacional.fcetou@uvigo.gal

Sybille Dupuy
Responsable Cursus Licenses Professionnelles
sybille.dupuy@u-bordeaux.fr

 

➢ What are the exact dates when the program begins and ends?
The program starts in September and the student will follow the academic calendar of the UBX for classes, exams and internships.

➢ What are the subjects I will be able to take at the UBX?

  • Management of hydrotherapy facilities (12 ECTS)
    • Strategy, marketing and corporate social responsibility (CSR) development.
    • Financial management, HR management and customer relationship management.
    • Management tools and professional practices.
  • Water control and maintenance (6 ECTS)
    • Types of water and derived products, sanitary management.
    • Health and care, hygiene and quality.
  • Transversal competencies (12 ECTS)
    • English
    • Scientific approach
    • Personalisation

*This academic offer is subject to change if the university is forced to remove any of the currently offered subjects.

➢ Will I be able to receive any type of scholarship or aid during this academic year?
Since the student is enrolled at the University of Vigo, they may apply for the corresponding MEC Scholarship for the academic year, as in previous years. Additionally, they can apply for the Erasmus+ scholarship in the same academic year.

➢ Can I go on Erasmus in the third year and apply for this program in the fourth?
No, as the Erasmus+ scholarship will only be awarded for a maximum of one academic year.

➢ What if I have pending subjects, can I still go?
No. Students must have completed the first three years in order to take the fourth year at the UBX.

➢ Will I receive any support when looking for accommodation?
The UBX will offer the student accommodation options, as well as access to a cafeteria near the institute for the main meal.