Please note: this course isn’t currently recruiting. Explore MSc International Hospitality & Tourism Management as an alternative.
Why study MSc Tourism Management at BU?
- We are the second in the UK for hospitality and tourism management according to the Shanghai Rankings of Academic Subjects 2022
- You'll meet industry experts, with the opportunity to take a professional placement, network and share knowledge and experience whilst learning in a structured environment
- Complete an optional 30-week work placement with a tourism employer to further enhance your employability
- Learn from specialist academic staff who are actively involved in research ensuring the curriculum is informed by cutting-edge knowledge and practice
- Explore the significant relationships between tourism and the wider economic, environmental and socio-cultural context
- Benefit from experiencing a new country and culture with the option to study a semester abroad.
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 BU Business School Experience:
- Recognition as an Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT) Centre of Excellence signifies BU as an industry-leading university
- Recognised by the Tourism Management Institute (TMI) and BU ensures this course meets standards aligned to the needs of the tourism sector, enhancing future employment prospects when you graduate
- 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
- Accredited by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), which provides opportunities to participate in tourism policy events of the highest-level, and secure placements in prestigious tourism organisations globally
- This course is delivered by the AACSB-accredited Business School, an accreditation that places us within the top institutions globally for business degrees. Less than 6% of business schools worldwide have attained this hallmark of excellence which recognises a focus on excellence in all areas, including teaching and students learning
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Key information
Location:
Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus
Duration:
September: 1 year full-time (16 months with optional study exchange). January: 16 months full-time (with or without optional study exchange). September & January: 2 years with optional 30-week work placement or 2 years part-time
Accreditations:
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), Institute of Hospitality (IoH), United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO)
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 6.0 (Academic) with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. For more information check out our full entry requirements.