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International Destination Management at Cardiff Metropolitan University - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Course summary

Pathways available:

  • MSc International Destination Management
  • MSc International Destination Management (Internship)
September and January intakes available Cardiff is a destination that attracts millions of visitors each year, known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse visitor attractions, dynamic events scene and natural beauty spots. With a forward-thinking tourism sector at its core, the capital city offers endless opportunities to connect with industry professionals and gain hands-on destination management experience. Join one of the UK’s only postgraduate degrees focused on International Destination Management, offering you a unique opportunity to gain specialised expertise to advance your career in a thriving global industry. Accredited by the Tourism Management Institute, Institute of Hospitality and an Educational Partner of The Travel Association (ABTA), our master’s degree ensures you gain the latest industry knowledge and practical skills with our industry-aligned curriculum. Explore critical concepts and marketing techniques that are essential to managing tourism destinations across the globe. Learn the key destination management skills to advance your career and become a responsible leader. Real-world learning opportunities are embedded throughout the course with optional work placement modules and practical assignments. If you’re looking for even more industry experience, our MSc International Destination Management with Internship pathway offers the opportunity to spend a year working in industry, either in the UK or overseas. Throughout the course, you’ll learn to critically reflect on theory and practice, developing as a strategic leader and skilled destination management professional. Accredited by both the Tourism Management Institute, and the Institute of Hospitality.

Modules

The MSc International Destination Management will be awarded on successful completion of 180 credits: 100 credits of compulsory taught modules, one optional module (20 credits) and a project module (60 credits). The Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) can be awarded following the successful completion of 60 credits of taught modules. The Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) can be awarded following the successful completion of 120 credits of taught modules. *Compulsory taught modules (20 credits each):* Managing Cultural Dimensions of the Global Business Critical Concepts in Destination Management Destination Marketing Research Skills for Professional Practice Developing Quality Destinations You can tailor your learning further with optional modules from our MSc International Hotel and Hospitality Management or MSc International Events Management, gaining insight into the interconnected worlds of tourism, hospitality and events. *Choose one optional module (20 credits):* Contemporary Global Issues in Hospitality Event Experience, Design and Management Entrepreneurial Decision Making for Destination, Hospitality & Events Professional Practice *Choose one final project module (60 credits):* Internship Project * Dissertation Enterprise Project Consultancy Project

  • Select Internship Project if you’re following the MSc International Destination Management (with Internship) pathway. You will undertake a 48-week placement at the end of your two semesters of taught modules. See internship terms and conditions on website.

Assessment method

Our MSc International Destination Management uses a range of different assessment methods, including written coursework, essays, academic posters, group and individual presentations, portfolio analysis, written reports, reflective portfolios and research projects. This approach allows you to demonstrate your competencies in a variety of formats, emphasising practical skills, teamwork and strategic thinking.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Hospitality, Institute of

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

Entry requirements

All prospective students must satisfy Cardiff Metropolitan University’s admission requirements for students on master’s courses, as specified in Cardiff Metropolitan University’s Academic Handbook. The normal minimum requirements for entry onto master’s degrees are: - an initial degree awarded by another approved degree awarding body (2:2 or above); or - a non-graduate qualification which is deemed to be of a satisfactory standard for the purpose of postgraduate admission Students who do not hold such qualifications will be assessed as to their suitability through interview, and where necessary the taking of references. Non-graduates who lack formal qualifications (i.e., formal qualifications which marginally fall short of the normal minimum entry requirements) should be compensated for by his/her relevant work experience provided that such candidates have held, for a minimum of two years, a responsible position which is relevant to the master’s degree to be pursued.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £11000 Whole course
England £11000 Whole course
Northern Ireland £11000 Whole course
Scotland £11000 Whole course
Wales £11000 Whole course
EU £17600 Whole course
International £17600 Whole 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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
International Destination Management at Cardiff Metropolitan University - UCAS