BSc (Hons) International Tourism Management at University of West London

Programme overview

Would you like a job where no two days are the same? This International Tourism Management degree opens the door to a career in this growing and diverse global industry. Developed with support from our network of sector professionals, this International Tourism course will help you gain the key business skills and industry knowledge relevant to an exciting range of careers within the sector.

Duration: 4 years full-time with placement; 3 years full-time; 5 years part-time | Study mode: full-time (part-time available; placement year option) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The international tourism industry was worth around USD11 trillion in 2023 and is projected to grow to over USD18 trillion by 2032. It comprises a wide network of organisations in sectors including: To succeed in this constantly evolving landscape of business and tourism management, a successful manager needs comprehensive knowledge of this industry, underpinned by a well-rounded skillset that enables them to deal with daily challenges. Modules include: Introduction to Travel and Tourism; Professional Skills for Tourism Management; Travel and Tourism Finance and Planning; Worldwide Tourist Destinations; Tourism Service Operations; Tourism Culture and Society; Talent Management and Leadership; Applied Research Methods; Managing Sustainable Tourism; Travel Technology and Innovation.

Career pathways

This course will help you develop the operational, management and communication skills required to deliver an excellent customer experience and there is a range of careers and jobs for international tourism management graduates. Job roles include: tour operating; hotel and resort management; retail travel; cruise shipping; attractions management; the transport industry; public sector tourism agencies.

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Entry requirements

112; UCAS points required; from level 3 qualifications; These can include: A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above. BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit; Access to HE Diploma; T Levels. You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents. Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis. Level 5 (year 2) entry To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area. Level 6 (year 3) entry To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area. IELTS 6.0 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement – a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). UCAS/course code: 06L832, L832, L833.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time with placement (4 years, September 2027); Full-time (3 years, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time with placement; 3 years full-time; 5 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-apply-undergraduates

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