Why study MSc International Hospitality & Tourism Management at BU?
- Study at a world-leading institution: Join one of the top 5 universities globally for tourism and hospitality, as ranked by the Shanghai Rankings of Academic Subjects 2024.
- Study tourism where it happens: Bournemouth offers world-class tourism education in a vibrant coastal town with seven miles of golden beach and a thriving hospitality scene.
- Explore global trends and innovations: Examine the latest developments and challenges shaping the international hospitality and tourism industries.
- Broaden your horizons through global study: Take the opportunity to study abroad at one of our many partner institutions around the world.
- Apply learning in a professional context: Enhance your career prospects with an optional 30-week placement to gain practical experience and build your industry network.
- Engage in real-world experiences: Benefit from local and international learning opportunities, including guest lectures, field trips, and industry insights.
Course accreditations
Course accreditations
The accrediting bodies on this course are renowned industry-wide for promoting excellence and the highest standards, all of which is reflected in the Bournemouth University Business School experience:
- BU is recognised as a leading university in the industry by the Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT) Centre of Excellence. This allows you to take advantage of networking opportunities, hear from high-level industry speakers and raise your professional profile
- Accreditation by the leading hospitality professional body, the Institute of Hospitality (IoH), offers numerous benefits to you such as free membership and access to the mentoring scheme
- UN Tourism TedQual Certification recognises our Tourism courses for delivering top-tier, globally accredited education in tourism management
Business Graduates Association
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Membership with the Business Graduates Association provides you with career development tools, including CV-building services and job search tools, along with webinars and social events for networking and skill enhancement
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Key information
Next start date:
September 2025, January 2026
Location:
Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus
Duration:
September: 1 year full-time (16 months with optional study exchange). January: 16 months full-time (18 months with optional study exchange); September & January: 2 years with optional 30-week work placement or 2 years part-time
Accreditations:
UN Tourism TedQual Certification; Institute of Hospitality (IoH); Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT) Centre of Excellence
Required subjects:
All subjects considered
Entry requirements:
A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject.
International entry requirements:
If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. For more information check out our full entry requirements.