Dr. David Fennell

Professor

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Biography

David Fennell is a Professor in the Department of Geography Tourism Studies at Brock University. He holds a PhD from the University of Western Ontario and has a background in Geography as well as Recreation and Leisure Studies. Fennell's research is focused on animal-based tourism, ecotourism, sustainable tourism, and the ethical implications associated with these fields. He has published several influential works on topics related to tourism ethics and animal welfare in tourism contexts, contributing significant scholarly insights to the academic community. Fennell is the Director of the Centre for Animal-based Tourism and serves as the Founding Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Ecotourism. He is also involved in various academic associations as an Honorary Adjunct Professor at Auckland University of Technology and an Affiliate Professor at Oregon State University's Environmental Sciences Graduate Program. Fennell's work emphasizes the importance of responsible tourism practices, integrating ethical considerations into the management of tourism operations, particularly in nature-based settings.

Research Interests

Requirements for Brock University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.