Information Package / Course Catalogue
Archaeological Tourism
Course Code: KTO243
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 3
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to explain the relationship between archeology and tourism, and to provide knowledge on the preservation and sustainable use of archeological heritage.

Course Content

Archaeotourism is an interdisciplinary field of study that focuses on the evaluation of archeological heritage sites within the scope of tourism activities. In this course, students will examine the relationship between archeology and tourism, the preservation and sustainable use of cultural heritage, the management of archeological sites in terms of visitor experience, and the tourism potential of archeological destinations.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Explains the concepts of archaeology, cultural heritage and archaeological tourism.
2.Evaluates major archaeological sites in Türkiye and around the world from a tourism perspective
3.Analyzes the principles of conservation and sustainable use of archaeological heritage
4.Evaluates visitor management practices in museums and archaeological sites
5.Develops recommendations for enhancing the tourism potential of archaeological destinations.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Özdoğan, M. (2018). 50 Soruda Arkeoloji
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to Archaeological Tourism
Week 2 - Theoretical
Basic Concepts of Archaeology
Week 3 - Theoretical
Cultural Heritage and Conservation
Week 4 - Theoretical
Development of Archaeological Tourism in the World
Week 5 - Theoretical
Anatolian Civilizations and Archaeological Heritage
Week 6 - Theoretical
Major Ancient Cities of Türkiye I
Week 7 - Theoretical
Major Ancient Cities of Türkiye II
Week 8 - Intermediate Exam
Midterm Exam
Week 9 - Theoretical
Museums and Archaeological Tourism
Week 10 - Theoretical
UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Türkiye
Week 11 - Theoretical
Archaeological Site and Visitor Management
Week 12 - Theoretical
Sustainable Archaeological Tourism
Week 13 - Theoretical
Digital Technologies and Archaeological Tourism
Week 14 - Theoretical
Future of Archaeological Tourism in Türkiye
Week 15 - Final Exam
Final Exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures1%5
Assignment1%5
Midterm Examination1%30
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory142028
Assignment35015
Term Project110010
Midterm Examination1808
Final Examination114014
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)75
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
PÇ-12
PÇ-13
PÇ-14
OÇ-1
3
3
OÇ-2
3
3
OÇ-3
3
3
OÇ-4
3
3
OÇ-5
3
3
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026