International Tourism & Hospitality Management (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Course Overview - International Tourism & Hospitality Management (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Why study BA (Hons) International Tourism & Hospitality Management at BU?
• You can combine tourism and hospitality, or select optional units to specialise in on or the other
• Regular guest lectures from industry professionals
• You will gain invaluable experience, enhance your employability, and build your network through a placement (which can be anywhere in the world)
• You can study abroad at one of our many partner institutions across the world
• As a popular seaside r...
<strong>Why study BA (Hons) International Tourism & Hospitality Management at BU?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• You can combine tourism and hospitality, or select optional units to specialise in on or the other <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Regular guest lectures from industry professionals<br/><br/><br/><br/>• You will gain invaluable experience, enhance your employability, and build your network through a placement (which can be anywhere in the world)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• You can study abroad at one of our many partner institutions across the world <br/><br/><br/><br/>• As a popular seaside resort Bournemouth is a perfect location to study this tourism and hospitality<br/><br/><br/><br/>• We are in the top 20 universities in the world for hospitality and leisure management (QS University Rankings 2024)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• If you choose 4 years full-time option it will include a minimum 6-week placement or 5 years full-time including a minimum 30-week placement.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Underpinned by our long-standing and internationally recognised teaching and research in tourism and hospitality, this degree is suitable for those with career aspirations related to global hospitality and the wider travel and tourism industry. It will provide you with an understanding of the origins, development and organisation of the tourism and hospitality industries, and the opportunities and challenges facing organisations operating in and across the various sectors.<br/><br/>This is the Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the business and management skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress to the full degree.
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
N841
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
GCSE/National 4/National 5
There are no GCSE requirements. The Foundation Year will cover these skills in preparation for degree study.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £5,760 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £19,635 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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