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International Hospitality Management at University of Bolton - UCAS

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Course summary

This FdSc International Hospitality Management foundation degree is taught by Bolton College on behalf of the University of Bolton. If you aim to become a business leader in the worldwide hospitality industry, the FdSc International Hospitality Management taught at Bolton College is an ideal springboard. This hands-on course will support you to gain detailed knowledge of leadership and the associated skills necessary for management in this dynamic and exciting global industry. The contribution of travel and tourism to the global economy was approximately $7.71 trillion in 2022 (1). The sector is enormous and offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities all over the world. With the right qualification, you could work in the hotel, cruise, events, tourism or contract catering industries. If you want to go far and make a real impact, then the University of Bolton’s FdSc International Hospitality Management delivered by Bolton College is the place to begin. This two-year programme is strongly vocational with an international focus, giving you the knowledge, skills and attributes to become an effective and ethical hospitality manager. You’ll learn from hospitality specialists who are actively involved in research that informs the industry’s future. Our experienced team of hospitality professionals and academics will support you to develop a good understanding of the global hospitality industry and the general management of food, beverage and accommodation operations. During this foundation degree, you’ll focus on financial management, marketing, consumer behaviour, people management and leadership and learn how to apply this knowledge effectively in the hospitality sector. You’ll also have ample opportunity to develop practical skills and experience in our in-house training kitchens, the College’s bistro and restaurants, and through a 300-hour external placement. Furthermore, we’ll encourage you to build the sought-after transferable, professional and academic skills that will impress potential employers and support your career progression. (1) https://www.statista.com/topics/962/global-tourism/ accessed on 7 February 2024

Modules

Information about the modules offered as part of this course is available on the University of Bolton’s website.

Assessment method

Details of the learning activities and assessment methods for this course are available on the University of Bolton’s website.


How to apply

Application codes

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

This course is open to Home students only. Applications from International and EU students cannot usually be accepted because the study location for this course is not licenced by UKVI to sponsor students. Therefore, if you require sponsorship under the Student Visa Route to study in the UK, then, unfortunately, we'll be unable to consider your application for this course. Some EU students are eligible to study this course under the EU Settlement Scheme or Common Travel Area arrangement – for details, please visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/studying-in-the-uk-guidance-for-eu-students.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

You should also have five GCSEs at grade C or above or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.bolton.ac.uk/course/BAM076-F-BMC-AX/2025-2026

Additional entry requirements

Interview

You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6If English isn’t your first language you’ll also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent).

We also accept a range of other English language qualifications – please visit our English Language Requirements web page for more details.

https://www.bolton.ac.uk/international/international-general-entry-requirements/


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9250* Year 1
England £9250* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250* Year 1
Scotland £9250* Year 1
Wales £9250* Year 1
Channel Islands £9250* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

When completing your student finance application, please list your institution as 'University of Bolton’, not ‘Bolton College’.
International Hospitality Management at University of Bolton - UCAS