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MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management at University of Derby - UCAS

University of Derby

Degree level: Postgraduate

MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management (Taught)

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

The MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management provides you with knowledge of how to manage organisations in international sectors, underpinned by a balanced understanding of the hospitality and tourism industries. You will graduate with the knowledge, understanding and experience to take up managerial roles within the hospitality or tourism sectors. You’ll have the chance to enhance these skills before you graduate with an optional work placement in the UK or abroad, allowing you to put theory into practice in an industry setting. Our programme is built around three key themes that reflect the principles of the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and are informed by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. These themes cover areas such as:

  • responsible tourism
  • sustainable hospitality solutions
  • building better business
At the forefront of industry The hospitality and tourism industries are amongst the fastest-growing employment areas worldwide. Due to this growth, employers require individuals with the necessary skills and education to lead the next generation of hospitality and tourism businesses. These industries are facing new global challenges, compelling companies to adapt. Tomorrow’s hospitality and tourism leaders will not only need to learn to act according to the norms of their profession – but also develop the competencies to think critically, measure satisfaction and performance, and apply a set of tools to achieve standards. You’ll gain the skills needed to support tourism and hospitality businesses' transition to a global sustainable economy. You will explore how to do this through service innovation, processes of continuous improvement of service quality which are increasingly directed by technological innovation, and the adoption of sustainable and responsible business practices. A degree for a sustainable future Sustainability is at the heart of our degree, you’ll develop a deeper understanding of the sustainable development goals, and the role tourism and hospitality play in influencing visitors and guests behaviours. You’ll explore how this can be utilised for social, cultural, and economic benefits for local communities, and how we can reduce negative environmental impacts at local, national, and international levels. You’ll explore how sustainable digital technologies are used to build resilient infrastructures and global supply chains, foster innovation, and support the developments of destinations both locally and internationally. Ways to study the degree You can choose to apply to study the degree on our full time route over one year, or choose to study the degree with a six month integrated industry placement to develop your employability skills and gain valuable industry connections and experience.

Modules

You'll a range of modules which will help you further develop your skills and knowledge in this area, please see our course page for more details.

Entry requirements

A UK 2.2 (or above) bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised British or overseas institution listed on ENIC-TI. All subjects are considered, but possession of degrees or relevant experience in related subjects will be advantageous Applicants with other qualifications e.g. not BA (Hons) and/or relevant work experience will be accepted on a case-by-case basis. An interview will be part of the process to assess your capacity for critical awareness, self-reflection, communication skills and the motivation required to successfully complete the programme. This interview will be with the academic team International applicants will need to be able to show they have a good standard of English typically IELTS minimum overall: 6.5 or equivalent If you are taking the placement route for this course you will also need to consider the following items: Students will be required to find their own placements and will need to arrange and attend an interview in the second semester with a prospective industry organisation To comply with UKVI requirements, international students wishing to undertake their optional placement in the UK will have to state their intentions of which route they want to study at the point of application so that they can work with the registry and admission teams to obtain the correct visa documentation and CAS in advance of entry International students will need to comply with the CAS requirements and return to campus to complete their studies to qualify for future visa routes into the UK

Fees and funding

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MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management at University of Derby - UCAS