International Hospitality & Tourism Management BA (Hons) - (Top-up)

Course overview

This course is specifically designed for students with appropriate existing qualifications (such as HND or Foundation degree) in Tourism, Hospitality or allied subjects to continue their studies to degree level. It develops graduates with the managerial skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in these dynamic and challenging international industries.

As well as gaining a better understanding of hospitality and tourism management, you will be guided in developing your ability to evaluate and analyse and to apply your knowledge in innovative ways. The core of the course focuses on strategic management subjects taught in the context of hospitality and tourism and on research methods with expert academic support given for your dissertation - a major piece of research work.

"When I decided to go back to university and do a top up course there were a number of different locations around the UK I could have chosen. I chose Bournemouth because it had the whole package, the uni is one of the top in the country for tourism and hospitality, the course looked great, the uni facilities and resources are good, and the town itself is an amazing place to live." Belinda Rounce, BU student and Year Rep., 2007.

We are one of the leading providers of tourism management courses, which was confirmed by The Guardian University League Tables 2008 and 2009, ranking BU number one for Tourism courses. We also have an excellent reputation both in the UK and overseas.

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