Tourism Management BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Tourism Management BA (Hons)
Studying this internationally-focused and multi-accredited course you will come across leading industry speakers, consultancy projects, ‘live’ scenarios and field trips to tourism hotspots.
Why study BA (Hons) Tourism Management at BU?
• Bournemouth University is second in the UK for hospitality and tourism management according to the Shanghai Rankings of Academic Subjects 2024
• One of the first courses to be offered in the UK and has been refined over three decades to give you the skills and knowledge of...
<strong>Studying this internationally-focused and multi-accredited course you will come across leading industry speakers, consultancy projects, ‘live’ scenarios and field trips to tourism hotspots.</strong><br/><br/><strong>Why study BA (Hons) Tourism Management at BU?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Bournemouth University is second in the UK for hospitality and tourism management according to the Shanghai Rankings of Academic Subjects 2024 <br/><br/><br/><br/>• One of the first courses to be offered in the UK and has been refined over three decades to give you the skills and knowledge of the tourism sector <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Taught by industry specialists who are actively involved in research that informs the future of the industry, as well as notable experts during our regular guest lectures <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Pick specialist modules to bring your education in line with your own passions, interests and, ultimately, career aspirations <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Build your network of professional contacts, enhance your CV and employability during the 30-week work placement that can be taken 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/><strong>Please note:</strong> 3 years full-time include a 6-week work placement or 4 years full-time include a minimum 30-week work placemen.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
N800
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Scottish Higher
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
Extended Project
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
A level
104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent.
T Level
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £19,635 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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