Tourism Management FdA

<strong>From Grimsby to the World: Your Journey in Tourism Starts Here.</strong><br/><br/>The FdA in Tourism Management at UCG is designed for individuals who are passionate about travel, culture, and customer experience — and who want to build a successful career in one of the world’s fastest-growing and most diverse industries. This course provides the essential knowledge, skills, and practical experience required to progress within the global tourism sector, preparing graduates for both immediate employment and further academic study.<br/><br/>Tourism is a dynamic and resilient industry that plays a vital role in regional, national, and international economies. The programme reflects this by combining academic insight with hands-on experience, enabling students to develop a deep understanding of how tourism operates, how destinations are managed, and how customer experiences are designed and delivered.<br/><br/>This programme is ideal for students who are interested in people, places, and experiences, and who aspire to a career in sectors such as travel management, destination marketing, event coordination, visitor attraction management, heritage management or sustainable tourism development.<br/><br/><strong>Programme aims and focus</strong><br/>The FdA Tourism Management aims to develop graduates with a solid grounding in business and management principles as they apply to tourism and related industries. Students will explore a broad range of themes, including tourism policy and planning, marketing and customer experience, sustainable destination management, digital innovation, and leadership within service-based organisations.<br/><br/>The programme emphasises employability and work-based learning, offering students opportunities to engage directly with local and regional and international employers, complete live projects, and gain valuable practical experience through industry placements. Students also develop skills in communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and digital literacy, all of which are highly sought after by employers.<br/><br/><strong>Distinctive features</strong><br/>Applied Learning: A strong vocational focus that connects theory with practice through real-world case studies, industry engagement, and work placements.<br/>Local to Global Perspective: Study the impact of tourism at both community and international levels, with a focus on Lincolnshire’s growing visitor economy as well as global industry trends.<br/>Experienced Academic Staff: Teaching is delivered by a team of industry professionals and academics with extensive experience in tourism, hospitality, and event management.<br/>Progression Opportunities: Graduates can progress directly to a BA (Hons) top-up in Tourism Management at UCG or related disciplines, opening pathways to postgraduate study or managerial roles.<br/>Small Class Sizes and Personal Support: UCG provides a supportive learning environment, ensuring individual guidance and academic mentoring throughout the programme.<br/>Sustainability and Future Focus: The curriculum embeds sustainable tourism principles and responsible management practices, preparing graduates to meet the challenges of an evolving global industry.<br/><br/><strong>Why study Tourism Management at UCG?</strong><br/>Studying at University Centre Grimsby means becoming part of a close-knit learning community where your experience and professional development are central. Our strong relationships with local and international employers, regional tourism boards, and hospitality organisations provide students with valuable networking and placement opportunities. UCGs location offers access to a diverse range of tourism environments — from coastal and rural destinations to heritage sites and urban leisure industries — giving students a rich context for applied learning and research.