BA (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management

Program Overview

This Tourism and Hospitality Management degree equips students with the knowledge and skills to excel in the growing tourism and hospitality industry. The program emphasizes a blend of business principles and specialized knowledge in tourism and hospitality operations, preparing graduates for careers in various sectors of the industry. Through coursework, practical assessments, and an optional placement year, students develop a comprehensive understanding of the industry and the skills necessary for success.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This degree program in Tourism and Hospitality Management focuses on providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the rapidly expanding tourism and hospitality industry. The program prepares students for careers in various sectors of the industry, including hotels, resorts, restaurants, event planning, travel agencies, and tourism boards. The program's curriculum emphasizes a combination of general business and management principles, along with specialized knowledge in tourism and hospitality operations.

Objectives:

• To provide a comprehensive understanding of the key issues and problems in the contemporary development of hospitality and tourism.
• To develop the skills necessary for successful human resources and people management in the tourism and hospitality sector.
• To analyze the emergence of alternative types of tourism and ethical practices as antidotes to traditional modes of mass tourism.
• To discuss the changing nature of marketing from a strategic perspective, with a focus on brand identification and customer service.

Outline:

Year One

• Understanding the Global Hospitality and Tourism Industries
• Hospitality Operations
• Marketing and Financial Management in Hospitality and Tourism
• Tourism Geographies

Year Two

• Human Resource Management in Tourism and Hospitality
• Sustainable Tourism and Destination Management
• Strategic Marketing for Hospitality and Tourism
• Crisis Management and the Impact on the Global Hospitality and Tourism Industry

Placement Year

• Students may take an optional placement year between years two and three.
This placement provides hands-on experience and helps students develop transferable skills for the future.

Year Three

• Emerging Issues in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
• Strategic Business Impact
• Event Management for Tourism and Hospitality
• Investigative Project in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry

Assessment:

Student assessment in this program is based on coursework and phase tests, rather than traditional end-of-year exams. Assessment methods vary and include practical class and project performance, written practical reports, project thesis, oral presentations, tutorial tasks, and assessments. The assessment methods used in the program aim to evaluate students' achievement of the learning outcomes for each module and to provide feedback on their progress.

Teaching:

The program is taught using a variety of methods, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and group work. The program's teaching staff includes experienced academics and industry professionals who bring their knowledge and expertise to the classroom.

Careers:

Graduates of this program have a wide range of career opportunities in the tourism and hospitality industry. They can pursue careers in management, marketing, operations, event planning, and other related fields. The degree also provides a strong foundation for further study in tourism and hospitality or related fields.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

2024/25 tuition fees Student Full-time Part-time UK, Ireland , Channel Islands or Isle of Man £7,950 per year International £16,800 per year For advice and guidance on tuition fees and student loans visit our undergraduate finance page and see the University’s Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions. We offer a range of international scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our international scholarships page. Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them. The following are additional costs not included in the tuition fees: Any optional overseas field trips or visits: £400+ per trip. Any costs associated with securing, attending or completing a placement (whether in the UK or abroad).