Course summary

Hospitality Management is a fast paced, dynamic international industry that offers a range of exciting career pathways. This award provides the perfect foundation to help you launch your career in this competitive business environment. This is a two year vocational course that combines real world learning in the workplace with theoretical study. You can convert to an honours degree with one additional year of study. You will have access to industry-standard commercial catering facilities and a restaurant, where you will work with professional staff on live commercial events. You will also investigate and work with local businesses to expand and apply your knowledge of the sector and showcase your skills to potential employers. Practical sessions are supported by a range of guest speakers and industrial visits to key local and national organisations to help you to understand the infrastructure of the industry. You will expand your skills through a range of modules that develop the knowledge and understanding. The practical and academic combination of study gives you a platform to develop your future career and academic goals. You will gain an understanding of the key issues facing hospitality managers. There is a clear emphasis on developing relevant skills and a significant part of the learning is work based.