According to Semnan University Public Relations, Dr. Abdolmohammad Kashian, Dean of the Faculty of Tourism at Semnan University, announced the news and said: "With the continuous efforts of the faculty members and the support of university officials, we, fortunately, succeeded in receiving permission from the Ministry of Science to establish a tourism major at the doctoral level."

"Dr. Kashian stated that obtaining this license is an important step towards the scientific and research development of the tourism field in the country and the region, adding that Semnan University's Faculty of Tourism is ready to accept students into the doctoral program in this field starting from October 2025."

The Dean of the Faculty of Tourism at Semnan University stated: "This course is designed with an interdisciplinary approach, focusing on sustainable development, tourism destination management, and cultural-social studies, and will benefit from the best professors and experts in this field."

In conclusion, he invited all interested parties, researchers, and graduates of related fields to participate in this course and contribute to improving the scientific level of tourism in the country.