Course summary

Why choose this course What is it that motivates people to travel and what are their expectations? These are the kind of questions you’ll be considering as you learn about what it takes to become a manager within the tourism industry. Our School of Hospitality and Tourism Management is ranked in the top 10 globally by the QS World University Rankings 2020, so you’ll be in great hands as you train to make your mark in this sector. You’ll also benefit from our distinguished track record for graduate employability and our excellent industry connections. What you will study Our MSc is one of the longest-established university courses of its type in the world, promising you pioneering research as well as a strong focus on forward-thinking ideas and innovation. Taking a broad view of tourism management, you’ll get to know and understand the various challenges that modern tourism managers and other professionals are likely to face. Not only will you develop essential, evaluative decision-making skills, we’ll also nurture your academic abilities while inspiring and encouraging the skills and characteristics you need to become an accomplished tourism professional. We also support your professional development with a practical focus on up-to-the-minute managerial and strategic issues within tourism, giving you a competitive edge with prospective employers.