Why study BA (Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management (Top-up) at BU?
- We are 2nd in the UK and 5th in the world for hospitality and tourism management according to the Shanghai Rankings of Academic Subjects 2024
- Gain a better understanding of hospitality and tourism management, as well as developing your ability to evaluate, analyse and to apply your knowledge in innovative ways
- Taught by highly respected hospitality specialists who are actively involved in research that informs the future of the industry, as well as notable experts during our regular guest lectures
- The core of the course focuses on strategic management in tourism and hospitality and key issues in tourism, with a choice of options in both semesters
- Pick specialist modules to bring your education in line with your own passions, interests and, ultimately, career aspirations
- Being a popular seaside resort with many tourism and hospitality businesses and opportunities, Bournemouth is a perfect location to study tourism.
Course accreditations
The accrediting bodies on our BA (Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management (Top-up) course are renowned industry-wide for promoting excellence and the highest standards, all of which is reflected in the BU Business School experience:
- Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation is a hallmark of excellence that has been awarded to fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide
- Recognition as an Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT) Centre of Excellence signifies BU as an industry-leading university. It also allows you to take advantage of networking opportunities, hear from high-level industry speakers and raise your professional profile
- UN Tourism TedQual Certification recognises our Tourism courses for delivering top-tier, globally accredited education in tourism management
- We have a subscription relationship with Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)
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Key information
Next start date:
September 2025, September 2026
Location:
Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus
Duration:
1 year
Accreditations:
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), UN Tourism TedQual Certification
Required subjects:
Hospitality, Tourism, Travel & Tourism, Business & Management
Entry requirements:
For September 2025 entry: Foundation Degree with 60% or above in a required subject. HND with Merit or above in a required subject, we also accept a Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship in a relevant subject area – find out more.
International entry requirements:
For September 2025 entry: If English is not your first language you’ll need IELTS 6.0 (Academic) with a minimum of 5.5 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading or above. For more information check out our full international entry requirements.