Tourism and Events Management FdA at De Montfort University

A two-year, Level 5 foundation degree awarded by De Montfort University and delivered at Leicester College's Abbey Park Campus. It develops knowledge of the travel and events industries from a management perspective, with guest speakers, trips and live projects with tourism and events providers.

Department: Travel and Tourism (Leicester College)  |  Duration: 2 years full-time  |  Intake: 21 September 2026  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one covers personal and professional development, introduction to tourism, events management, customer service and marketing, and sustainable tourism. Year two includes a consultancy project and work placement, plus modules in human, physical and resource management, finance and business planning, event planning and delivery, niche tourism and tour operations.

Career pathways

Graduates can progress directly onto the BA (Hons) Tourism and Events Management top-up year, apply to other universities' related top-up degrees, or move into employment in the tourism and events industries. Awards are classified as pass, merit or distinction.

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