The self study is a preparation for the actual course which all participants need to read through before attending the lessons. A written exam will be held at the start of day 1. In order to complete the course you need to pass this test. But by reading the texts carefully that should be no trouble at all! The self study contains different areas of importance for all aspiring to work as a guide in Svalbard and is the same for the courses in winter and summer:
The history of Svalbard
- The history of Svalbard (13 pages)
Geology, nature, climate
- Geology, nature, climate (11 pages)
Flora and fauna
- Flora and fauna (12 pages)
Administration of Svalbard
- Administration of Svalbard (2 pages)
Sustainable tourism
- Sustainable tourism (5 pages)
- Internal guidelines for tour operators in Svalbard (13 pages)
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