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International Tourism Management at University of Surrey - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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Course summary

Why choose this course

  • This international tourism management degree will provide you with the specialist knowledge, expertise and skills required to succeed in the rapidly evolving tourism sector.
  • Our dedicated world-leading academics are committed to equipping you with the mindset to develop into an agent of change who will make a positive difference in the tourism sector.
  • Our impressive industry connections mean that senior industry executives regularly give guest lectures to our students - you can use our networks to develop your own professional contacts.
  • You’ll benefit from our outstanding track record for graduate employability.
  • You’ll have access to the latest generation of teaching facilities, including state-of-the-art classrooms ensuring an immersive and interactive learning experience. Additionally, our Digital Lab provides a cutting-edge environment for conducting experiments, simulations and research, empowering you to explore innovative solutions and trends in the tourism sector.
  • Typically, as a student on our International Tourism Management MSc, you won't have a tourism management degree at undergraduate level but you’ll be in great hands as you train to make your mark in this sector.
What you will study Originally established in 1972, 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. Our programme is designed to provide students with a unique learning experience that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing them for success in the dynamic field of tourism management. Taking a broad view of international tourism management, you’ll get to know and understand the various global challenges (e.g. climate change, sustainability, overtourism, consumer behaviour change, digitalisation, safety and security concerns) that modern tourism managers and other professionals are likely to face. We will equip you with essential, evaluative decision-making skills, we’ll also nurture your academic abilities while inspiring and encouraging the skills (e.g. leadership, communication, problem-solving, cultural awareness, sustainability, digital) 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. We regularly invite high-profile guest speakers from the tourism industry to deliver industry-led presentations to our students. These speakers provide valuable insights into the latest trends and developments in the industry, helping our students stay up-to-date and competitive in the job market. We also regularly organise field trips for our students to visit tourist attractions, companies, and other relevant sites. These trips provide students with hands-on learning experiences, allowing them to apply what they've learned in the classroom to real-world settings and gain a deeper understanding of the tourism industry.

Modules

To see the full range of modules for this course please visit our website – the link is under the Course contact details. You will also find full details of the programme, including programme structure and Graduate prospects etc.

How to apply

International applicants

We are proud to be one of the most culturally diverse universities in the UK, with more than 140 nationalities playing a role in university life. Our International Recruitment team are here to help you throughout the application process – from advising on choosing the right course to applying for a visa and preparing for your first few weeks at Surrey. You can contact them via [email protected] Applicants who require a Student Visa to study in the UK: To apply for a Student Visa, you must have a Confirmation of Acceptance (CAS) for the University you wish to study at. This is a unique number which will enable you to apply for your visa. The University is under no legal obligation to sponsor any individual and exercises caution with respect to issuing a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to avoid risking its status as a Student sponsor. Confirmation of Acceptance to Study (CAS) will be issued in accordance with the Student Route and CAS Issuing Policy, available at: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/policies

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. We may be able to take relevant work experience into consideration if you don't meet these requirements. If you have at least one year of relevant experience in a full-time graduate-level role (or a minimum of two years’ experience in a relevant graduate-level part-time role) please provide full details of your role and responsibilities in your personal statement and CV when you submit your application. English language requirements IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each element.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

FEES: For current information regarding postgraduate fees, please visit the course page on our website. The link is under Course contact details. SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES: Discover how we may be able to support your postgraduate taught studies with a host of bursaries and scholarships directly from the University of Surrey and external providers: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/scholarships-and-bursaries?field_student_level_value[postgraduate]=postgraduate

Sponsorship information

The University of Surrey offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support our students, please visit https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/scholarships-and-bursaries for more details.

International Tourism Management at University of Surrey - UCAS