MSc International Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management at University of Staffordshire

Programme overview

This MSc prepares graduates for leadership in the global tourism, hospitality and events sectors, with a focus on immersive guest experience design, sustainability and cross-cultural leadership. Students work on live projects with industry partners and take part in strategy-room crisis simulations at the Stoke-on-Trent campus.

Duration: 1 academic year full-time; 2-3 academic years part-time | Intake: January 2027; September 2027 | Location: Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Academic Perspectives on the Visitor Economy (Applied Project, 60 credits), Immersive Experiences and Storytelling for Global Destinations (30 credits), Resilient Leadership in a Cross-Cultural World, Strategic International Decision Making and Transforming Guest Experiences: The Ethics and Sustainability Agenda.

Career pathways

Graduates can progress to senior leadership, consultancy and operational management roles in tourism, hotel and leisure, including hotel general manager, event planner, destination manager, travel consultant and tourism-board marketing executive.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A UK 2.2 bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any subject. International applicants whose first language is not English need evidence of English language skills such as IELTS overall 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in speaking, writing, reading and listening (or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,435 for the whole programme (2026/27 (January 202). Full-time; whole course Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 for the whole programme (2026/27 (January 202). Full-time; whole course Source

Intake: January 2027; September 2027

Duration: 1 academic year full-time; 2-3 academic years part-time

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