Course summary
This multi-accredited conversion course will develop your critical understanding of the international hospitality and tourism industry with a managerial perspective. Why study MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management at BU?
- Study at one of the top-ten ranked universities in the world for tourism and hospitality
- Benefit from living in one of the UK's leading tourist destinations, attracting over 11.7 million people (June 2021 - May 2022) with attractions including Bournemouth Air Show and the Christmas Wonderland
- Address current issues and innovations that transform and shape the international hospitality and tourism context
- Study abroad at one of our many partner institutions across the world
- Grow your professional network and apply taught elements of your degree into practice with an optional 30-week placement
- Opportunities for real-world learning both locally and internationally, including guest speakers and field visits
- BU is recognised as a leading university in the industry by the Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT) Centre of Excellence. This allows you to take advantage of networking opportunities, hear from high-level industry speakers and raise your professional profile
- Accreditation by the leading hospitality professional body, the Institute of Hospitality (IoH), offers numerous benefits to you such as free membership and access to the mentoring scheme
- Recognition by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) provides opportunities to participate in tourism policy events of the highest-level, and secure placements in prestigious tourism organisations globally.
Modules
Core units: Hospitality Operations Management; Innovations in Hospitality; The Tourism & Hospitality Industries; Destinations: Contexts for Tourism & Hospitality; Business Strategy & Finance; Dissertation. Option units (choose one): Air Transport & Tourism; Conference Tourism; Crisis & Disaster Management; Design for Tourism & Hospitality; Entrepreneurship; Food Design & Marketing; Global Food & Drink; Sport Tourism; Tourism Management & the Natural Environment; Optional Work Placement.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Travel and Tourism, Institute of
- United Nations World Tourism Organisation
- Hospitality, Institute of
Entry requirements
A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject, or equivalent. If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £10250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £10250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £10250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £10250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £10250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £10250 | Year 1 |
EU | £17000 | Year 1 |
International | £17000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Bournemouth University
Talbot Campus
Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB