Entry Requirements
Applicants aged 18+
- Level 3 qualification (60 credits or 80 UCAS tariff points minimum)
- GCSE grade 4/C in English and Maths, or CEFR B1 equivalent
- Assessment via panel interview (listening, speaking, writing)
Applicants aged 21+
- May apply without standard qualifications
- Relevant academic, professional, or vocational experience considered
- Same interview assessment applies
Don't have A-levels? No problem.
We accept equivalent European qualifications: Diploma de Bacalaureat (Romania), Matura (Poland), Abitur (Germany), Baccalaureat (France), and more. Career changers and mature students with relevant UK work experience are also welcome.
Job Prospects
This degree opens doors to diverse roles across tourism, hospitality, business management, and international travel. You will develop skills in strategic planning, marketing, sustainability, and operations management.
Possible Career Paths
- Hotel Group Operations Manager - Oversee daily operations across hotel properties
- Destination Manager - Develop and promote tourism destinations
- Conference Event Coordinator - Plan and manage corporate events
- Hospitality Manager - Manage hospitality venues and teams
- Tourism Marketing Manager - Create campaigns to attract visitors
- Project Manager - Lead cross-functional business projects
- Logistics Manager - Coordinate supply chains and operations
Graduates can also pursue further study in tourism management, MBA programmes, or professional certifications.
Tuition Fees & Funding
Tuition Fees
Foundation Year: £5,760. Years 1 to 3: £9,535 per year
Total available per year
Tuition £9,535 + Maintenance up to £13,762. You pay nothing upfront.
Don't worry about fees. Your advisor will check your eligibility and help you apply for full funding, including any additional grants you may qualify for.
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Career Prospects
Graduates go on to work in high-demand roles across the UK:
Hotel Group Operations Manager £35-55k
Destination Manager £30-50k
Conference Event Coordinator £25-40k
Hospitality Manager £28-45k
Project Manager £35-60k
B2B Sales Executive £25-45k
Logistics Manager £30-50k
Tourism Marketing Manager £30-48k
Salary ranges are indicative based on UK market data. Actual salaries depend on location, experience, and employer.
How You'll Learn
This programme develops expertise in tourism industry analysis, sustainable development, leadership, and strategic management. You will study real-world tourism challenges across environmental impact, ethical considerations for global communities, and operations management. Teaching combines lectures with practical case studies and industry-focused projects.
Assessment Methods
Two-stage assessment: formative (developmental feedback mid-module) and summative (final graded). Methods include written reports, essays, portfolio submissions, presentations, and a final-year dissertation. No traditional closed-book exams.
Schedule
Flexible: weekdays, evenings, and/or weekends. Designed for working professionals. Intakes in September, January, and June.
Admissions Interview
Most courses include a short, friendly admissions interview. Before your interview, your UniStart advisor will send you a personalised preparation pack - including a written guide and a video walkthrough - created by our admissions experts specifically for your course.
Students who use our preparation pack have up to a 94% success rate.