MSc Tourism & Heritage (Dumfries campus) at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

A Dumfries-campus MSc combining tourism and heritage through a social sciences and arts perspective, using global examples and Scotland's own history and culture. It examines the cultural and societal impacts of tourism and heritage rather than business management.

Faculty: School of Social & Environmental Sustainability | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Four core courses (Heritage, Interpretation and Development; Interdisciplinary research methods for social and environmental sustainability; Smart Tourism and Heritage; Tourism and Regional Development) and two options, followed by a dissertation or work placement. Includes field trips.

Career pathways

Public sector (VisitScotland, local tourist boards, local government, museums, galleries, heritage centres, education) and private sector (heritage attractions, travel agents, tour companies, tourism consultancy, hotel management, media).

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Honours (or non-UK equivalent) in Social Science or Humanities; a 2.2 may sometimes be accepted. International applicants: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (other accepted tests listed by the university; tests must be taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,481 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee (Home & RUK) Source

International applicants: GBP 27,390 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee (International & EU) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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