**Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.
Course summary**
- Develop critical insight into the theory and practice of international tourism management.
- Become proficient in the French language.
- Gain an excellent understanding of French culture, society and economic context.
- Develop critical insight into a range of topics related to the theory and practice of international tourism management. Expand your French language skills to become a bilingual professional. Through 18 months of work and study placements, you gain transferable intercultural competencies and the global skillset employers are looking for.
**How you learn**
- All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
- This course employs a variety of innovative learning and teaching methods within the vibrant, dynamic setting of Sheffield Business School, an internationally-recognised centre of teaching excellence which attracts students and academics from all over the world.
**You learn through**
- a semester of overseas study in one of our French partner universities
- an eleven month placement year abroad
- lectures and seminars, with guest speakers
- courses taught in the target language
- independent study
- presentations and group work
- a variety of innovative teaching methods
- state-of-the-art facilities at Sheffield Business School
- There are opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner universities with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus+ programme (until 2023) or the Turing Scheme.
**Applied learning
Work placements**
As part of your course you will spend eleven months on a work placement in a relevant organisation based in France. Your placement is a great opportunity to gain valuable international tourism experience. It helps you develop your skills and French language ability and significantly enhances your employability. You will have the opportunity to apply for placements with international companies such as Location Vacances Express (Champigny sur Marne), Animal Box (Paris) and Toluna SAS Levallois-Perret.
**Live projects**
Some modules will enable you to participate in stimulating projects in collaboration with companies or experienced professionals from a variety of sectors. This is another exciting way to gain professional skills and enhance your employability prospects.
**Networking opportunities**
We are proud of our links with our alumni and you will have numerous opportunities to network with
them.
Course Details - Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information.
Year 1
Compulsory modules
Business Analysis For The Service Sector 20 Coursework
Consumer Behaviour In Tourism 20 Coursework
Contemporary And Professional Studies One (French) 20 Coursework
Contemporary And Professional Studies One (Spanish) 20 Coursework
International Tourism Business 20 Coursework
Linguistic And Academic Studies 20 Coursework
Marketing Communications 20 Coursework
Year 2
Compulsory modules
Academic Research Skills 20 Coursework
Contemporary And Professional Studies Two (French) 10 Coursework
Contemporary European Studies 10 Practical
French (Abroad) 20 Coursework
Intercultural And Professional Development 10 Coursework
People And Organisations In Context 20 Coursework
People And Organisations In Context (Overseas) 20 Coursework
Tourism, Development And Society 20 Coursework
Tourism, Development And Society (Overseas) 20 Practical
Elective modules
Enterprise And Small Business In Tourism, Hospitality And Events 20 Coursework
Introduction To Adventure Tourism 20 Coursework
Managing Visitor Attractions 20 Coursework
Year 3
Compulsory modules
Placement Year -
Final year
Compulsory modules
Contemporary And Professional Studies 1 (French) 20 Coursework
Contemporary And Professional Studies 1 (German) 20 Coursework
Contemporary And Professional Studies 1 (Italian) 20 Coursework
Contemporary And Professional Studies 1 (Spanish) 20 Coursework
Contemporary And Professional Studies Three (French) 20 Coursework
Contemporary And Professional Studies Three (Spanish) 20 Coursework
Research Project 20 Coursework
Strategic Management In International Hospitality And Tourism 20 Coursework
Tourism Consultancy Experience 40 Coursework
Course Details – Assessment Method
Exams
Coursework
Practical
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
N8R1
Institution code:
S21
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
This must include at least 64 points from 2 A Levels or equivalent BTEC qualifications.
For example:
BBC at A Level
DMM from BTEC
A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies
You will need an AS grade C or an A level in French to apply.
Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate plus.
Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
With a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill.
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
79%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
70%
Go onto work and study:
90%
Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2022/2023 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fees for UK students starting this course in 2021/22 are £9,250 per year.
Our tuition fees for International/EU students are also yet to be confirmed, however you can see the course page on the Sheffield Hallam Website for more information.
Provider information
City Campus
Howard Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Sheffield
S1 1WB
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