International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Level 6 Top Up) BA (Hons)

Program Overview

This one-year International Tourism and Hospitality Management top-up program equips students with the skills and global perspective for a successful career in the industry. It focuses on contemporary skills in tourism and hospitality, including marketing, branding, sustainability, and leadership. Students benefit from a real-world international research visit and a variety of assessment methods, including assignments, projects, and a dissertation. The program prepares graduates for careers in various sectors of the tourism and hospitality industry.

Program Outline

International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Level 6 Top Up) BA (Hons)

Degree Overview:

This one-year top-up International Tourism and Hospitality Management program provides students with the skills and international perspective needed for a successful career within one of the world's largest industries. The program focuses on building contemporary skills in tourism and hospitality with a focus on marketing, branding, sustainability, and effective leadership. Students will receive up-to-date industry knowledge and develop critical thinking skills to analyze complex problems facing the industry and make strategic and operational decisions. The program offers a real-world international research visit to a European city, helping students understand different cultures and consumer behaviors. This hands-on experience complements the theoretical knowledge gained through the program.

Outline:

The program uses a block teaching approach, where students focus on one module at a time. This allows for deeper engagement with the subject matter and regular feedback and assessments. The program also incorporates innovative and contemporary modules, including natural and cultural tourism, eco-tourism, and dark tourism.

Assessment:

The program uses a variety of assessment methods, including individual assignments, group projects, presentations, and a final dissertation. The assessments are designed to test students' critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills.

Teaching:

The program is taught by industry experts actively engaged in international research, ensuring students receive up-to-date knowledge and insights into current industry practices, opportunities, and challenges. The block teaching approach allows for a closer interaction between students and faculty, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment.

Careers:

This program equips graduates for exciting careers in hospitality and tourism. The program focuses on developing a global perspective and understanding of different cultures, preparing students for the international nature of the industry. Graduates can pursue careers in various sectors, including:

• Travel agencies
• Tour operators
• Airports
• Major tourism and hospitality brands
• Independent hotels

Other:

• The program is closely linked to Arts and Festivals Management at DMU, which is ranked number one in the UK in the ‘Hospitality, Event Management and Tourism’ subject area (Guardian University Guide, 2023).
• The program offers opportunities for students to participate in events and collaborate with local, national, and European tourism and hospitality providers.
• The program provides students with access to excellent learning resources, including the Kimberlin Library and specialist workshops and studios.
• The program welcomes applications from mature students with non-standard qualifications, providing they have relevant experience.

Additional notes:

• The program is one year full-time and starts in September.
• The tuition fees for UK students are £9,250 for the 2024/25 academic year.
• The tuition fees for international students are £15,750 for the 2024/25 academic year.
The UCAS course code is N841.
• The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in the tourism and hospitality industry.

UK

2024/25 tuition fees for UK students: £9,250

EU/International

2024/25 tuition fees for international students: £15,750