Singapore Botanic Gardens: Social & Cultural Landscape
Training Provider: Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore)
Course Reference: TGS-2020501143
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About This Course
•To understand how Singapore Botanic Gardens came to be inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site and the first and only tropical botanic garden on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
•To be able to use identify and use relevant information to create tour commentaries that will enhance the visitor’s experience.
What You'll Learn
Topics
•History of Singapore Botanic Gardens
•Criteria for Singapore’s nomination as UNESCO World Heritage Site
•The Garden’s role in the rubber trade
•Orchid Diplomacy
•Social and Cultural landscape
•Heritage Trees
Methodology
oAM - On-site Training – Walk highlighting selected features and buildings – suggest how to deliver commentary based on WFTGA Ethos, visit SBG Heritage Museum
oHow to use Singapore Botanic Gardens Mobile Apps
oPM - Classroom - Presentation and group discussion
•History of Singapore Botanic Gardens
•Criteria for Singapore’s nomination as UNESCO World Heritage Site
•The Garden’s role in the rubber trade
•Orchid Diplomacy
•Social and Cultural landscape
•Heritage Trees
Methodology
oAM - On-site Training – Walk highlighting selected features and buildings – suggest how to deliver commentary based on WFTGA Ethos, visit SBG Heritage Museum
oHow to use Singapore Botanic Gardens Mobile Apps
oPM - Classroom - Presentation and group discussion
Entry Requirements
Academic Level/Certification Required: Tourist Guide license as issued by the Singapore Tourism Board OR Primary Six education
Language Proficiency: Basic written and verbal English/Mandarin communication skills, depending on the course language
Work Experience Required: N/A
Minimum Age Required: 21 years old
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