Dr. David Fennell

Professor

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Biography

David Fennell is a Professor in the Department of Geography and Tourism Studies at Brock University. He holds an extensive academic background with a PhD in Geography from the University of Western Ontario and two master’s degrees from the University of Waterloo in Recreation and Leisure Studies and Environment and Resource Studies. His research interests are centered on animal-based tourism, ecotourism, and the ethical implications surrounding these fields. He has authored several influential books and peer-reviewed publications critically examining tourism's impact on animals, ethics, and sustainable practices. Fennell serves as the Founding Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Ecotourism and holds prestigious positions in the field of animal-based tourism, collaborating with various organizations and institutions globally. His recent work includes developing scales for measuring animal welfare literacy in tourism, and he actively participates in academic discourse on the role of ethics in tourism. Fennell is keen to support graduate students and postdoctoral researchers interested in animal-based tourism and encourages insightful engagement in this emerging area of study.

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.