New Markets and Products in Nature-Based Tourism for Health and Wellbeing

Discover how growing demand for health, wellbeing and meaningful experiences is creating new opportunities in nature-based tourism. This Micro Credential explores emerging markets, changing consumer needs and innovative tourism products that connect nature with physical and mental wellbeing.

You will examine current trends in wellness, slow and mindful tourism and explore how nature-based health tourism can contribute to sustainable and inclusive destination development. The course introduces qualitative and quantitative market research methods, including personas and case studies, to help you understand target groups and identify new market opportunities.

You will learn how to develop innovative tourism products that are sustainable, accessible and responsive to changing demand. With a strong focus on low-impact tourism, nature conservation and wellbeing, the Micro Credential provides practical knowledge for developing future-oriented health and wellness experiences in destinations.

From Micro-Credential to Micro-Degree

This micro-credential is part of the “Sustainable Nature-based Tourism for Wellness and Health” micro-degree.

Micro Degree

Sustainable Nature-based Tourism for Wellness and Health

5 ECTS Credits
Certificate of Completion: Certificate


Costs: Free until 31 August 2026; from 1 September 2026: € 720.00 (incl. ÖH fee for 1 semester)

Information & Contact

Your contact person

Bei Fragen zum Lehrgang kontaktieren Sie:

Claudia Zdolšek, Bakk.phil., BEd, MA
Managerin für Bildungsprogramme

+43 5 90500 4319
c.zdolsek[at]fh-kaernten[dot]at

Hauptplatz 12
9560 Feldkirchen

Graduation
Micro Credential

ECTS Credit
1

Costs
Free until 31 August 2026; from 1 September 2026: € 180.00 (incl. ÖH fee for 1 semester)

Dates:
At any time

Program format
part-time

Location
online