Climate Friendly Travel Diploma

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Looking for a Purpose-led Career in Tomorrow’s Travel & Tourism Industry?

Understand how the Travel & Tourism industry can contribute to a green, clean & resilient future. Explore how Tourism can benefit companies and communities and, conserve nature & biodiversity. Learn how we can be mindful of our actions to minimise ecological footprints.

You are in the right place !

Join the world’s first online course on Climate Friendly Travel (CFT) – destined to become the “New Normal” in a Post-Pandemic, cleaner, greener, more responsible future. Discover Climate Friendly Travel and how it fits with the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Climate Agreement.

Explore Europe’s Green Deal and similar new Green regional policy thinking.

Consider how transport can grow and become Climate Neutral.

Study how clean energy will transform hotels and entertainment.

See the benefits to local community livelihoods and nature conservation – as well the costs.

Learn in interactive sessions with some of the top lecturers from around the world.

Qualify for a year’s work experience with one of our leading-edge Sustainability Partners.

Acquire new skills and qualifications to prepare for tomorrow’s Tourism industry.

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Our Programme

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Programme Description

Your Climate Friendly Travel (CFT) Diploma takes you on a two year journey exploring low carbon, SDG linked, Paris 1.5, Travel  &  Tourism sector. It is the world’s first course dedicated to Tourism & Climate Resilience. With an aim to create 100, 000 climate champions worldwide by 2030, you will be part of a global community to assist Travel and Tourism stakeholders find green and clean pathways to the future.

Programme Duration

2 years (First Year lecture; Second Year internship)

Dates

First year of Diploma starts on 28 September, 2026 and runs until end May 2027

Second year of Diploma (Internship) starts on 01 July, 2027 and runs until 30 Jun 2028

  • Bangladesh
  • Bhutan
  • Cambodia
  • Fiji
  • French Polynesia
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Kiribati
  • Maldives
  • Nepal
  • Palau
  • Philippines
  • Sri Lanka
  • Thailand
  • Vanuatu
  • Vietnam
  • Egypt
  • Ethiopia
  • Gambia
  • Jordan
  • Kenya
  • Madagascar
  • Mauritius
  • Morocco
  • Namibia
  • Oman
  • Rwanda
  • Sao Tome and Principe
  • Seychelles
  • South Africa
  • Tunisia
  • Turkey
  • Uganda
  • Ukraine
  • United Republic of Tanzania
  • Bahamas
  • Belize
  • Brazil
  • Colombia
  • Costa Rica
  • Cuba
  • Dominica
  • Dominican Republic
  • Ecuador
  • Guatemala
  • Jamaica
  • Panama
  • Peru
  • St. Lucia
  • St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Programme Highlights

  • Understand why Climate Change is a dominant issue on the global agenda and recognize its major impact on Travel & Tourism
  • Follow the development and the science behind the impact of Climate Change on the components of Travel & Tourism - transport, hospitality services and destination activity
  • Learn theoretical and practical aspects of Green Development strategy, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Understand the key elements of Climate Friendly Travel and how it will help transform the sector to meet the Paris carbon reduction targets
  • Explore Europe’s Green Deal and similar new Green regional policy
  • Study how clean energy will transform hotels and entertainment and how transport can grow and become Climate Neutral

What can you gain from the Programme?

  • Be part of the first online course dedicated to Tourism Climate Hope and Resilience
  • Prepare to work in companies, communities and, government
  • Gain work experience with one of our leading-edge Sustainability Partners
  • Acquire skills and knowledge for a green, clean and resilient Travel & Tourism future
  • Consider Tourism’s negative impacts and explore solutions with industry experts
  • Be part of a community of global ‘Climate Champions’
  • Learn and engage with colleagues from around the world
  • Network and connect through group work and presentations
  • Help to design and feature in the annual ‘Strong Earth Youth Summit’ (SEYS)

Choosing SunX Malta's Diploma of Climate-Friendly Travel has been a transformative experience. Beyond discovering the wonders of sustainable tourism, I have found a platform to actively mitigate climate change. Every lesson equips me with practical strategies to minimize environmental impact. Join me in exploring the world responsibly while leaving a positive impact on our planet.

 

FACULTY

Guest Lecturers

Dr Susanne Becken
Griffith University / Science Investment Adviser, NZ Dept of Conservation
Felix Dodds
GRI University of N. Carolina, Tellus Institute & Co-creator SUNx
Prof Jafar Jafari
Hospitality and Tourism, University of Wisconsin-Stout
Dr Harold Goodwin
Adviser to the World Travel Market on its Responsible Tourism programme
Prof. Ian Yeoman
Assoc. Professor (Futurologist), Victoria University of Wellington
Jeff Poole
Director Advocacy WTTC, Former Director General CANSO
Prof Terry DeLacy
Prof Sust Tourism & Environmental Policy Victoria U, AU
Leslie Vella
Chairman, SUNx Malta & Deputy CEO, Malta Tourism Authority
Prof Carlos Vogler
Former Exec Dir UNWTO
Ignace Schops
Director of RLKM, Belgium's largest national park, and President of the EUROPARC Federation
Jeff Poole
Director Advocacy WTTC, Former Director General CANSO
Chris Lyle
CEO, Air Transport Economics
Sean Owens
Tourism Lecturer, Manchester Metropolitan University. Fmr. Sustainable Product Manager, TUI
Paul Wilke
CEO, Upright Position Communications. Fmr VP Communications VISA
Dr. Hans Friederich
Member SUNx Board and former INBAR Director-General
Shaun Vorster
Prof Stellenbosch-U Business School Fmr VP Commercial, Expo 2020
Paul Rogers
Co-Founder & Director at Planet Happiness, Tourism Consultant & UNWTO
Vicky Smith
Fndr. Earth Changers, Sustainable Tourism & Marketing consultant
Carlos Moreira
Founder Chairman CEO of WISeKey, UN Expert on Cyber-Security and Trust Models
Alex Rayner
CEO, SmartData.travel / Amadeus
Jens Thraenhart
CEO Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office, CEO Chameleon Strategies
Prof. Daniel Scott
University of Waterloo, Canada

Guest Lecturers

Prof. Geoffrey Lipman
Course Director & President SUNx Malta
Olly Wheatcroft
Program Manager SUNx Manager
Pratishtha Parajuli
Education Manager SUNx Malta
Dr. Simon Caruana
Senior Manager-Institute of Tourism Studies

Programme Focus

The world’s first course dedicated to Tourism & Climate Resilience. Students with a passion for Sustainable Travel & Tourism will:

Understand why Climate Change is a dominant issue on the global agenda and recognize its major impact on Travel & Tourism

Follow the development and the science behind the impact of Climate Change on the components of Travel & Tourism - transport, hospitality services and destination activity.

Learn theoretical and practical aspects of Green Development strategy, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Understand the key elements of Climate Friendly Travel and how it will help transform the sector to meet the Paris carbon reduction targets.

Prepare for roles in companies, communities, and government, implementing long-term transformation.

MQF LEVEL 4
120 ECVET
2 SEMESTERS + 1 YEAR IITP / LITP

Entry Requirements

EITHER

Successful completion of one of ITS’ Certificate Study Programmes (MQF/EQF Level 3).

OR

5 O level subjects at MQF/EQF level 3 (SSC&P level 3); of which English language is compulsory, 2 O level subjects must include Geography, Environmental Studies, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, and/or Hospitality. For definition of MQF/EQF levels and grades, refer to the back of the booklet.

OR

Apply as a mature student, at least 23 years of age by the beginning of the academic year applied for, and subject to proficiency and/or aptitude tests as per direction of the ITS. The ITS also reserves the right to subject the candidate for an interview prior to acceptance.

COSTS

Free for Maltese Students
€2,500 for EU students
€4,950 for Non-EU students

JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE

  • Climate Friendly Travel Trainer
  • Sustainability Officer
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Officer

To discuss the Diploma with our colleagues at the Institute of Tourism Studies, please leave your details below and we will get in touch. If you wish to apply the course directly with ITS as a fee-paying student, please click here.

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Geoffrey Lipman, SUNx Co-founder
info@thesunprogram.com

+32495250789

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