**This course is accredited by the University of Warwick**
**OVERVIEW**
**Do you dream of managing tourist attractions, hotels and resorts, or want to work in events management? Accredited by the Institute of Hospitality, our International Hospitality and Tourism Management foundation degree will set you on course to enter a variety of sought-after careers in these dynamic sectors.**
With the hospitality, tourism and events industries increasingly focusing on international visitors and technological developments, there is huge demand for managers who understand...
**This course is accredited by the University of Warwick**<br/><br/>**OVERVIEW**<br/>**Do you dream of managing tourist attractions, hotels and resorts, or want to work in events management? Accredited by the Institute of Hospitality, our International Hospitality and Tourism Management foundation degree will set you on course to enter a variety of sought-after careers in these dynamic sectors.**<br/><br/>With the hospitality, tourism and events industries increasingly focusing on international visitors and technological developments, there is huge demand for managers who understand these sectors and how to tailor services for global visitors. Our hospitality and tourism course will give you a strong foundation of knowledge and skills across these areas. As you progress, you will be able to start forging your career in your preferred sector by studying an extensive range of specialist subjects, covering everything from gastronomy to bar management or creating event experiences.<br/><br/>To help you put your learning into practice in the real world, you will have the chance to spend a year on a paid work placement, with exciting opportunities in the UK and around the globe. Studying at a recognised Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT) Centre of Excellence, you will also have further opportunities to network and liaise with industry, as well as the chance to hone your hospitality management skills right on campus in our award-winning restaurant facilities.<br/><br/>**WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?**<br/>- **Work placement** – Arm yourself with invaluable work experience on a 48-week paid placement – past students have worked in the UK, USA, Canada, Hong Kong and beyond<br/><br/><br/>- **Specialise your studies** – Develop specialist knowledge through a range of optional modules related to your chosen career pathway in hospitality, tourism or events management<br/><br/><br/>- **Industry approved** – Gain professional recognition by studying a course accredited by the Institute of Hospitality<br/><br/><br/>**FACILITIES**<br/>University College Birmingham is renowned for its outstanding food and hospitality training facilities. Our award-winning restaurant on campus – Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food – is open to the public and will arm you with hands-on skills from serving fast food to silver service.<br/><br/>**ACCREDITATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS**<br/>This course is accredited by the Institute of Hospitality, while University College Birmingham is a recognised Institute of Travel and Tourism Centre of Excellence.<br/><br/>**PLACEMENTS**<br/>Our course features a paid 48-week work placement, during which you will not incur any tuition fees.<br/><br/>Employers we have worked with include Wequassett (Cape Cod, Massachusetts), The Savoy (London), The Peninsula (Hong Kong), The Sea Pines Resort (South Carolina), Westin Hilton Head Island Resort and Spa (South Carolina), Ritz Carlton (Naples, Florida and Colorado), Dunboyne Castle Hotel and Spa (Ireland), Ashford Castle (Ireland), The Greenwich Country Club (Connecticut), Andrew Brownsword Hotels (whole collection) and Fairmont St Andrews (Scotland)<br/><br/>**CAREERS AND PROGRESSION**<br/>Examples of careers you could pursue following this course:<br/>- Conference centre manager<br/><br/><br/>- Theme park manager<br/><br/><br/>- Event manager<br/><br/><br/>- Tourist information centre manager<br/><br/><br/>- Hotel manager (small hotel or deputy of larger hotel)<br/><br/><br/>- Marketing executive<br/><br/><br/>Upon completion of the foundation degree, you can also progress onto the final year of our full BA (Hons) degree.<br/><br/><br/>- **Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for the latest updates to this course**<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
University College Birmingham
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
N921
Institution Code
B35
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff32 56 Level 3 qualifications are accepted at UCB for entrance, a minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points will be required. If you are unsure if your qualification is accepted call us on 0121 604 1040 or email admissions@ucb.ac.uk. Scottish HigherYou will need a minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points Access to HE DiplomaYou will need a minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)PPP This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications. A levelC,D D,D UCB will accept A Level in General Studies for this course and will also take into consideration applicants who are studying an extended project. T Level |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £13,500 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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